Strategic Research Specialist – AI-Driven Insights

Kirkland & Ellis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkland & Ellis in New York seeks an experienced Research Specialist to support attorneys across practice areas with strategic, data-driven insights, leveraging AI-enabled tools for high-impact decisions. You will serve as a trusted research advisor, delivering concise, actionable intelligence and partnering with professionals to inform critical business and client decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Director of Research Services, you will collaborate across the Firm, employ

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MLS/MLIS) in library science or MBA.
• 5+ years of research experience in a large law firm or corporate library.
• Proficiency with major legal, business and financial research platforms.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strategic research across legal-adjacent, business, financial and industry topics.
• Develop research solutions; assess resources and create cost-effective strategies.
• Deliver actionable insights, tailored to stakeholder needs and objectives.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools while validating results against authoritative sources.
• Manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholder expectations.
• Provide research intake, triage, and reference support on rotating coverage.

Skills

MLS/MLIS or MBA

Research advisory

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

AI fluency

Project management

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

MLS/MLIS

MBA

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Bloomberg Law

Job description

Kirkland & Ellis in New York seeks an experienced Research Specialist to support attorneys across practice areas with strategic, data-driven insights, leveraging AI-enabled tools for high-impact decisions. You will serve as a trusted research advisor, delivering concise, actionable intelligence and partnering with professionals to inform critical business and client decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Director of Research Services, you will collaborate across the Firm, employ