Senior Research Librarian - Law - London

Senior Research Librarian - Law - London

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Research Librarian to join the global Knowledge and Research function of a leading international law firm with a strong UK, US and EMEA presence.

This is a highly visible, senior role within the Research team, sitting at the intersection of research delivery, content procurement and stakeholder engagement. Alongside supporting complex legal and business research, the role plays a key part in how information resources are sourced, managed, optimised and promoted across the firm. A significant proportion of the position focuses on procurement and vendor management, working in close partnership with a dedicated Vendor and Subscription Manager covering the UK, EMEA and US.

The primary objectives and responsibilities of theSenior Research Librarian include, but are not limited to:

• Playing a senior role in content procurement, including contract negotiations, renewals and supplier performance
• Working closely with the Vendor and Subscription Manager on strategic supplier discussions and budget submissions
• Managing financial reporting, usage analysis and invoice processing for research resources
• Partnering with the central Procurement team to ensure compliance with firmwide policies
• Evaluating, promoting and optimising information resources to drive value and return on investment
• Delivering high quality legal, business, market and company research across jurisdictions
• Supporting business development and client pitching through targeted research
• Producing usage and research activity reports to inform future resource decisions
• Acting as a senior contributor to Research strategy, policies and service development
• Contributing to internal working groups focused on content, procurement and innovation
• Supporting the Senior Research Manager with strategic initiatives and team leadership
• Building strong relationships with lawyers and business services stakeholders
• Identifying training needs and contributing to research skills development programmes
• Supporting users in developing effective research strategies and approaches
• Maintaining and improving research workflows through library systems and intranet tools
• Liaising with suppliers to resolve access, technical or content issues
• Representing the Research team in meetings and firmwide initiatives
• Contributing flexibly to wider Research projects as required

To be a suitable candidate for this Senior Research Librarian requirement, the following skills and experience are required:

• A recognised postgraduate or graduate qualification in Library or Information Studies (or equivalent)
• At least five years' experience in a library, research or information role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong working knowledge of core legal, business and news research platforms
• Proven experience of content procurement, subscription management and vendor negotiation
• Confidence managing budgets, financial reporting and usage analysis
• Experience working with library management systems and SharePoint based environments
• The ability to operate comfortably in a global, stakeholder rich organisation