Research Analyst
Goodwin’s Global Operations Team welcomes a Research Analyst to perform in‑depth legal and business research for attorneys and administrative departments; support educational initiatives by offering training, onboarding and consultative services; and keep abreast of the legal industry, emerging GenAI tools, and related developments.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver proactive and value‑added research to the firm.
- Provide expert legal and business research assistance to attorneys and administrative staff in a timely and effective manner, leveraging sophisticated research applications and incorporating new technologies as appropriate.
- Maintain expert‑level knowledge of internal knowledge‑management resources and systems to enhance research deliverables.
- Provide analysis and synthesis of research results and present findings in a manner that promotes effective decision‑making where appropriate.
- Advise attorneys on research strategy and resource selection to ensure research is accurate and conducted in the most efficient and cost‑effective manner.
- Provide research coverage as assigned and follow established internal procedures for the handling of requests to ensure timely and efficient delivery of results.
- Utilize workflow software to assign and manage research projects.
- Develop curriculum and conduct training to promote effective and authoritative research.
- Create and maintain newsletters and alerts using news aggregators.
- Conduct new‑hire onboarding for administrative and legal staff.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Research Services intranet.
- Participate in the ongoing evaluation of online resources and make recommendations for purchase or renewal.
- Prioritize continuous learning by seeking professional development opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Who You Are
- Master of Library Science from an ALA‑accredited library school, or equivalent professional research experience in a private law firm, academic law library, special library or research center.
- Five or more years’ experience providing research in a private law firm, academic law library, or special library or research center.
- Expert knowledge of a wide variety of information sources, such as Westlaw, Lexis, Capital IQ, PitchBook, Intelligize InfoNgen, Derwent Innovation, and Saegis.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies, including data analytics and artificial intelligence and how those technologies impact research and the research process.
- Employs research interview skills to clarify and interpret research requests.
- Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work, multitask and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with members of the team and the firm.
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications, such as Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Zoom.
Benefits And More
- Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement & savings plan
- Emergency backup child and adult care
- Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Employee recognition and reward programs
- Employee wellness and assistance programs
- Employee discounts and perks
Consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.
To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process in the US, contact the Benefits Department by email or by phone at 617‑570‑1800. To request any disability or neurodivergence‑related accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process in the UK or Germany, please email the Recruiting Department. Any information you provide will be in the strictest confidence, and only used for the purpose of providing the accommodations needed. Requesting accommodations will not adversely affect the outcome of your application.
This position is eligible for overtime: No.
The target salary range for this position varies by location and is commensurate with relevant experience: Boston $90,200 – $120,300 | Los Angeles $97,000 – $129,300 | New York $97,000 – $129,300 | Philadelphia $88,400 – $117,900 | San Francisco $103,700 – $138,300 | Santa Monica $97,000 – $129,300 | Silicon Valley $103,700 – $138,300 | Washington DC $90,200 – $120,300.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Law Practice and Legal Services
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