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Library Systems & Services Senior Information Research Specialist in Washington, District Of Columbia
We have an immediate opening for a full-time Senior Information Research Specialist in the Washington, DC office of a leading global consulting firm. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and visionary thinker to join a dynamic information resources team at a well-established and expanding organization, with a flexible hybrid working environment.
Description and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Executive Director of Global Information Resources, the Senior Information Research Specialist will be responsible for:
Work with global consulting staff on a wide range of research projects using information tools and proprietary databases to provide information for client projects and business development initiatives.
Provide quick solutions and in-depth research, current awareness services, competitive intelligence and special research to support NERA’s consulting staff.
Work with NERA information resources team members from other regions and offices to continue to build a global research function through sharing work and experience.
Help educate consulting staff on research issues and train them on end-user products
Assist in marketing and developing information services to NERA staff globally
Work on special projects as assigned
Requirements
Advanced degree in one of the following is required: information/library science from an accredited program or Master (MBA) in business or economics; undergraduate degree in economics or finance would be an advantage
Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a corporate or legal research environment providing business and financial information is required
Minimum 3 years’ experience conducting Legal Research using tools such as PACER, Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law is required. Excellent understanding of the US Legal System.
Understanding/knowledge and experience with database services such as Bloomberg, S&P Capital IQ, FactSet, LSEG Data & Analytics
Experience searching academic/literature/news databases such as Factiva, EconLit, Proquest, Business Source Corporate, Heinonline
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as strong oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Securities Finance industry is an advantage
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a Team
Proficiency in Microsoft office and SharePoint
The selected candidate must be available to work Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET, with a minimum of three days in-person in the office, and additional hours as needed to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
We are looking for a driven self-starter who is comfortable engaging with colleagues at all levels and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources