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Research & Knowledge Analyst

plona partnersMundelein, IL

yesterday

Occupations

Paralegals and Legal AssistantsLawyersLegal Support Workers, All Other

Industries

Offices of LawyersAll Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesAll Other Legal Services

$110,000 - $120,000 per year

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About the role

Job Description: Research & Knowledge Analyst | Global Law Firm | Hybrid A globally recognized law firm serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, founders, private businesses, financial institutions, and international organizations is seeking an experienced Research & Knowledge Analyst to join its award-winning Knowledge Services team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced law library or legal research professional who enjoys serving as a trusted advisor, leveraging emerging AI technologies, and delivering high-value research that directly supports attorneys, business development initiatives, and strategic decision-making.
Location: New York, NY
Hybrid: 3 days onsite per week
Compensation: $110,000 – $120,000 What Makes This Opportunity Unique? Work within a globally integrated Knowledge Services team supporting attorneys across multiple international offices Collaborate with Knowledge Lawyers, business professionals, and legal practitioners across a broad range of sophisticated practice areas Help shape the future of legal research through the adoption of AI-enabled research tools and knowledge management initiatives Support some of the most complex and high-profile client matters involving private wealth, trusts and estates, tax, litigation, corporate, real estate, and intellectual property matters
Key Responsibilities:
  • Research & Strategic Intelligence
  • Deliver legal, business, industry, and competitive intelligence research to attorneys and business teams
  • Support client service, business development, and strategic initiatives through actionable insights
  • Monitor legal, regulatory, business, and market developments affecting clients and practice groups
  • Conduct company, industry, executive, and market profiling research
  • Knowledge Management & Innovation
  • Support knowledge-sharing initiatives across the firm
  • Assist with the implementation and adoption of new knowledge tools and technologies
  • Identify knowledge gaps and collaborate on solutions that improve information accessibility
  • Help drive the firm's use of AI-powered research and knowledge platforms
  • Training & Advisory Services
  • Serve as a trusted resource for attorneys and business professionals
  • Deliver training on legal research platforms, knowledge repositories, AI tools, and emerging technologies
  • Lead orientations and educational sessions for attorneys and staff
  • Promote best practices and increase awareness of available research services
  • Resource & Library Management
  • Assist in evaluating and managing research subscriptions and information resources
  • Support collection management and resource optimization efforts
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure research resources align with business needs
What We're Looking For:
  • MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited program5–10+ years of experience within a law library, legal research, or knowledge management environment
  • Expertise with platforms such as Westlaw Edge, Lexis+, Bloomberg Law, Practical Law, Checkpoint, Capital IQ, Intelligize, PACER, and similar resources
  • Strong understanding of AI-assisted legal research tools, including generative AI platforms and emerging legal technology solutions
  • Experience supporting practice areas such as trusts & estates, tax, litigation, corporate, real estate, or intellectual property
  • Strong competitive intelligence and business research capabilities
  • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and training skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a global team

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$110,000 - $120,000 per year

Experience level

Senior

Location

Mundelein, IL

Occupation

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Industry

Offices of Lawyers

Posted

yesterday

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