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About the Role

The Assistant Research Librarian supports the delivery of Research services across US offices, providing research and current awareness support to lawyers and business services teams. The role also handles administrative and operational tasks essential for efficient service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support the firm's strategy by delivering high-quality business and legal research using online and hardcopy resources.
• Provide research support for the panel pitches process.
• Deliver a current awareness service using legal and business information resources.
• Produce and collate newsletters on sectors, clients, or key topics.
• Manage the complete lifecycle of hardcopy material, including selection, procurement, cataloguing, updating records, and disposal.
• Liaise with stakeholders to evaluate requirements.
• Utilize infrastructure products (Library Management System, Resource Management System) to track and analyze database usage.
• Liaise with external suppliers to resolve technical, content, or access issues with resources.
• Process payment of invoices.
• Design and deliver training on online information products and research techniques.
• Assist end-users in developing their research skills and strategies.
• Act as a collaborative member of the Research team, supporting projects as needed.
• Perform administrative duties such as credentialing new employees.
• Ensure accurate and timely management of user access.
• Maintain high standards for catalogue and resource records.
• Resolve vendor issues promptly and effectively.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of system and operational projects.
• Complete reference and research requests on time and to user satisfaction.
• Demonstrate ability to work within policies and guidelines and contribute to department goals.

Requirements

• Masters in Library Science or equivalent.
• Ideally 1-2 years' experience in a professional services library or other library/information service environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency in basic technical skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint (preferred).
• Basic understanding of data analysis and reporting techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Effective problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Positively impacts those around them, makes quality decisions and develops themselves both personally and professionally.
• Demonstrates sound knowledge in their field.
• Anticipates potential problems and identifies a range of possible solutions.
• Adapts interpersonal style to suit different audiences.
• Takes time to get to know people beyond their role.
• Treats people with respect and in a fair and consistent way.
• Recognizes when colleagues are under pressure and volunteers to assist.
• Works within teams and across boundaries to share knowledge and achieve results.
• Identifies and builds relationships required to achieve the best outcomes for the firm.
• Engages people with the right skills, knowledge and expertise to provide advice and assist with tasks.
• Connects other people in the firm who have mutual interests or work objectives.
• Generously shares time, knowledge, expertise and talent to support others’ success.
• Creates opportunities to enhance the experience of the firm’s clients through daily tasks.
• Behaves consistently with the firm’s values in interactions with others.
• Conducts themselves in a way that reflects positively on the firm’s brand.
• Maintains focus and drive to achieve quality outcomes.
• Focuses time and efforts on issues that will have the greatest impact on agreed objectives.
• Anticipates responses and plans approach accordingly.
• Looks for the most effective way to achieve outcomes.
• Maintains perspective and optimism when faced with setbacks.

Skills

• Research using online and hardcopy resources
• Current awareness
• Newsletter production
• Library Management System
• Resource Management System
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Data analysis and reporting
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Organizational skills

Location

• New York

Work Type

• Full time
• Permanent Contract

Experience Level

• 1-2 years' experience

Education Level

• Masters in Library Science or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• US$85,000-US$95,000

About the Company

• Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.
• The firm sees diversity and inclusion as essential to its success, including its ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance.
• This commitment is a key part of the firm's Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

Equal Opportunity

• Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is an equal opportunity employer.
• The firm is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
• The firm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.