Research & Knowledge Analyst

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world by relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity to deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues.  By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Research & Knowledge Analyst to join our Research & Knowledge Services team in the Washington D.C. office. This position has a hybrid in-office-remote working schedule.

The Research & Knowledge Analyst is responsible for researching and providing information, analysis and expertise to attorneys and staff in all practice areas of the Firm. The position analyzes legal, corporate and general resources and communicates findings in a clear and concise manner.  The Research & Knowledge Analyst creates current awareness and new business alerts, and works with Knowledge Strategy Counsel to develop and maintain selected practice area databases and websites. The position assists with the evaluation and recommendation of new information resources, and ensures continuity of Research & Knowledge Services operations during the manager’s absence as needed.

• Supports research and Knowledge Management (KM) initiatives for Firm attorneys and staff across the globe, incorporating new technology.
• Performs cost efficient ready reference and in-depth research on legal, corporate and other topics using online and print resources to support all practice areas of the firm.
• Uses question and answer skills to conduct effective reference interviews.
• Distills research results into clear and concise reports of findings.
• Creates and maintains custom information reports and new business alert services that identify matters of interest to attorneys, as well as existing and potential clients.
• Works independently and with the Knowledge Strategy (KS) team and selected practice areas to choose, collect, organize, maintain, and update content for practice area websites and databases.
•  Helps facilitate access to and encourages the effective use of internal and external knowledge resources.
• Disseminates knowledge resources via Firm wide intranet and databases to attorneys.
• Collaborates with practice group leaders and other attorneys to design effective KS websites and databases.
• Establishes relationships with attorneys to promote awareness of KS initiatives and to solicit their participation.
• Provides full service research and KM support when working remotely or in the office.
• Assists with evaluating new and updated versions of information resources, online and print sources, and recommends beneficial information sources for the Firm.
• Develops information network within and outside the Firm.
• Develops subject guides, tip sheets and training materials as department needs and resources change.
• Monitors email on firm issued mobile device while out of the office and during off hours and coordinates with staff in  all offices to complete pending requests.
• Uses workflow software for the distribution and recording of research and KM requests.
• Ensures continuity of Research & Knowledge Services operations during Manager absences as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Expertise in using computer-based research tools: Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg, Intelligize, Practical Law, PLI, Capital IQ, Deal Point Data,  Pitchbook, VitalLaw, Pacer, HeinOnline, Courthouse News Services, Accurint, and more
• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Demonstrates a courteous and professional demeanor and prioritizes a highly positive, customer-service approach
• Proven ability in using web page editors
• Understanding of Knowledge Management principles, technology and best practices.
• Flexibility to travel