The Senior Research Librarian plays a pivotal role in supporting the legal and business information needs of the firm, with a focus on strategic procurement and vendor management
Job Summary
The Senior Research Librarian plays a pivotal role in supporting the legal and business information needs of the firm, with a focus on strategic procurement and vendor management.
Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, delivering high-quality research, and contributing to the development of research policies and procedures.
The firm is committed to attracting diverse talent and creating an inclusive culture where everyone thrives, viewing this as essential to innovation and sustained high performance.
Matching Summary
The Senior Research Librarian plays a pivotal role in supporting the legal and business information needs of the firm, with a focus on strategic procurement and vendor management.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Legal and business research
Procurement and vendor management
Information resource management
Stakeholder collaboration
Library and resource management systems
Nice-to-have
Leadership and strategic initiative contribution
Innovation and technology support
Corporate responsibility involvement
Client experience enhancement
Key Requirements
Postgraduate/graduate qualification in Library/Information Studies
Minimum 5 years' experience in library/information/research work
Experience within a law firm
Extensive knowledge of key information and research databases
Experience with SharePoint and automated library management systems
Strong financial management and budgeting skills
Proven negotiation and vendor management experience