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Job Description

Library & Research Executive – Global Law Firm, London

A leading international law firm is seeking a Library & Research Executive to join its highly respected Knowledge Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an information professional who is both a strong team player and confident working independently. The successful candidate will engage with colleagues across all levels and offices, contributing to a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Attend relevant practice group meetings to promote Library & Research services and strengthen internal relationships. Build strong working relationships with colleagues across departments. Partner with Library and Knowledge Services teams in other offices to share best practice and support a consistent, high-quality service globally. Lead and participate in team projects as required. Manage book orders for physical library collections in London, Geneva and the BVI, liaising with Knowledge Lawyers, -earners and colleagues on upcoming titles. Support the Library and Research Advisor with subscription management, including maintaining catalogue records, handling renewals, and processing invoices. Assist with budget management for physical and digital resources, including reconciling invoices with monthly Budget Holder reports. Process new book arrivals for London and international offices, including cataloguing, updating records, labelling materials, and communicating updates to relevant teams. Maintain the London print collection through shelving, circulation, shifting, weeding, and relocating materials. Support the London “catalogue super user” in promoting cataloguing standards and best practice. Deliver monthly library inductions for new joiners and tailored sessions for trainees within specific divisions. Coordinate administrative tasks relating to trainee seat rotations. Contribute to the firm’s current awareness services. Handle research enquiries as part of the London Library enquiries team. Update and maintain the firm’s intranet library pages, supporting wider teams and offices with their content.

Skills and Attributes

Strong proficiency with online legal and business research platforms, including Westlaw, Practical Law, Lexis+, Lexis Newsdesk, PitchBook, Orbis, and similar tools. Basic understanding of library catalogue administration (experience with Soutron advantageous). Experience conducting competitive intelligence research for business development and strategic insights. High level of PC literacy, particularly in Word and Excel. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels. Strong customer service with a proactive, solutions-focused approach. Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work under pressure, and see projects through to completion.

This is a superb opportunity to join a prestigious firm and contribute to a dynamic, forward-thinking Knowledge and Information team at the heart of its London office.

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