CB Resourcing Ltd
Head of Research - Law - Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow or Birmingham
CB Resourcing Ltd, Bristol, Virginia, United States, 24202
Overview
Head of Research - Law - Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow or Birmingham A exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a senior research leader to take the helm of a high-performing team within one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms. With offices in Bristol, Birmingham, Glasgow and Manchester, and a flexible approach to hybrid working, this role offers opportunities to provide both strategic influence and operational impact. As Head of Research, you’ll shape the direction of a well-established and motivated team that delivers legal and business research, current awareness, and horizon scanning services to a diverse internal client base. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align research delivery with firm-wide goals, while embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and service excellence. This is a leadership role with real breadth spanning team development, budget oversight, supplier management, and strategic planning. You’ll also play a key role in firm-wide initiatives around AI, risk, and compliance, and act as a trusted advisor to Knowledge Partners and other senior leaders. Qualifications
A proven track record in leading research, knowledge, or information services—ideally within legal or professional services. Refined line management skills and experience Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets, subscriptions, and supplier relationships. A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to coach, mentor and develop high-performing teams. A strategic mindset, with the confidence to influence at senior levels and drive innovation across services and systems. A deep understanding of legal and business research tools, methodologies, and technologies.
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Head of Research - Law - Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow or Birmingham A exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a senior research leader to take the helm of a high-performing team within one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms. With offices in Bristol, Birmingham, Glasgow and Manchester, and a flexible approach to hybrid working, this role offers opportunities to provide both strategic influence and operational impact. As Head of Research, you’ll shape the direction of a well-established and motivated team that delivers legal and business research, current awareness, and horizon scanning services to a diverse internal client base. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align research delivery with firm-wide goals, while embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and service excellence. This is a leadership role with real breadth spanning team development, budget oversight, supplier management, and strategic planning. You’ll also play a key role in firm-wide initiatives around AI, risk, and compliance, and act as a trusted advisor to Knowledge Partners and other senior leaders. Qualifications
A proven track record in leading research, knowledge, or information services—ideally within legal or professional services. Refined line management skills and experience Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets, subscriptions, and supplier relationships. A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to coach, mentor and develop high-performing teams. A strategic mindset, with the confidence to influence at senior levels and drive innovation across services and systems. A deep understanding of legal and business research tools, methodologies, and technologies.
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