Business Research Analyst

• Maintain and build strong relationships with In-Market Information and Research (I&R) Managers and Research Librarians, Business Development, Marketing and Communications (BDMC) colleagues, Knowledge Partners, and lawyers, the Center Research teams and Information Product Management team, and other Knowledge Services teams
• Demonstrate value through effective communication with stakeholders and key relationships

• Understand and promote the role and functionality of the Firm's business research, content, information repositories, and resources
• Develop various research and business intelligence reports on companies, markets, industries, and practices in support of the Firm's growth priorities
• Propose actionable insights (e.g., recommendations, business opportunities/leads) into client, market, and industry research reports based on external and Firm data
• Support planned and ad-hoc research projects
• Coordinate with relevant teams within and outside of the department in the conduct of research, as needed
• Help conceptualize/improve research report templates, formats, and product offerings
• Undertake business and client research on request from lawyers, In-Market Research Librarians, and BDMC staff, and proactively when aware of users' areas of interest, and support and deliver high-quality and relevant products and responses promptly as required
• Demonstrate ongoing learning and professional accountability that cultivates communication and collaboration, fostering immediate and long-term goals
• Support the development and delivery of research training plans and programs for trainees and lawyers, and other staff, and assess learning opportunities for workplace excellence
• Ensure and facilitate timely access to relevant business, industry, and client information and research resources to support lawyers/BDMC providing advice to clients
• Work with regional I&R managers and Research Librarians, and liaise with internal clients to learn about their business focus and information needs
• Apply industry thinking, initiative, and experience when providing information and research

• Collaborative, supportive, team player working with In-Market Research Librarians, other Research team members, Knowledge Services staff, and the wider Information & Research and Knowledge Communities

• Support and participate in the adoption and use of Knowledge and I&R systems
• Participate in and lead projects as requested
• Be aware of and participate in the Firm's and I&R group goals

• A bachelor’s degree in business, management, economics, social science, communications research, or legal studies
• Solid research background, with good demonstrable relevant research and writing experience
• Strong knowledge of secondary research processes and techniques
• Good understanding of financial analysis
• Excellent English written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as familiarity with database management
• Familiar with transactional and general research tools and databases, e.g., Capital IQ, Mergermarket, LSEG Workspace (Refinitiv) and Lexis+/Lexis Advance
• Commitment to outstanding client service
• Willing to work on a later shift, 11 am to 8 pm, local time
• Able to manage multiple stakeholders, build strong relationships virtually, communicate effectively, comfortable working in large, complex environments, highly credible and persuasive
• Solid people management (able to work collaboratively) and organizational skills; able to prioritize and manage people's time to meet deadlines
• Able to drive results, and a sense of urgency in setting strategies and executing against the objectives
• Able to influence, interact, and consult with senior leaders, strong collaboration skills, and effective stakeholder management
• Strong communication skills and highly credible presentation skills
• Comprehension of a diverse set of knowledge and information resources

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