Research Analyst - Two Chicks With A Side Hustle

Do you have experience as a Research Analyst? Well if have those skills LAC Group is currently seeking a full-time Research Analyst with experience to work on their Library as a Service platform. If selected you will be fulfilling and managing requests for many of legal, business or other clients. This position will focus on Securities and Corporate practices. If you have the experience check out the responsibilities and Qualifications below from LAC Group.

This is a full-time virtual position that can be located anywhere in the US.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform legal, corporate, business development, and other research for LaaS clients using both paid databases (Westlaw, Lexis, etc.) and open sources (web searches, government databases, phone research, etc.)
Communicate progress and research findings directly to client in a clear and concise manner
Work with clients to clarify research objectives when necessary and provide timely follow-up on pending requests

Maintain current understanding of research methods and tools, including database enhancements and updates
Keep Director apprised of research activities, client concerns, and issues that arise in the course of research
Work as a team with other Research Analysts to provide seamless service to clients, including but not limited to complex and long-term projects

Provide training and updates to research team regarding ongoing client projects
On occasion, manage small research teams to accomplish more complex research objectives
Manage database access and other resources used for research

Other duties as they arise according to client requests

QUALIFICATIONS

3-5 years experience as a researcher in a law firm library, preferably with some business development research experience

MLS or JD preferred, though work experience or a similar or related degree may take the place of MLS/JD
Advanced legal research skills performed in a multi-practice environment, including but not limited to docket and case law research, secondary sources, and general practice guidance
Experience with corporate and business development research including gathering information from diverse sources (annual reports, SEC filings, Secretary of State records, case law, patent and trademark applications and records, lobbying activity, etc.)

Extensive experience with Lexis and Westlaw, and securities and corporate focused databases including Intelligize, Capital IQ, and ideally the Bloomberg Terminal
Experience with open source research beyond search engine use, including government and non-profit databases, think tanks and academic sources
Exceptional client service skills, particularly via written communication

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively and efficiently interact with colleagues and clients alike
Current experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as G-Suite applications (Drive, Sheets, Docs)

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