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Senior Manager of Library Services - BBA Technical Services (Recruiter)

Hybrid Role - 3 days onsite/week
Manages a team of 2
Our client is a DC-based firm with 450 employees. Please contact  Andy Douglass at [email protected] if interested in learning more.
You will manage the library and lead the Research team, answer incoming research requests or assign them to Research teammates as appropriate. You will supervise the building and maintenance of the firm’s hard copy and electronic resources collections, evaluate subscriptions, and negotiate with vendors. 
  • Work closely with individuals in Client Services to answer research requests directly, or indirectly by overseeing the research process and delegating to the Research team. 
  • Conduct research using a variety of research resources, including Bloomberg, Capital IQ/Capital IQ Pro, LSEG, LexisNexis, Courtlink, and Westlaw; work alone or in groups with consultants or research teammates to complete assignments to support requests that range from brief to extensive. Present research results in a clear and comprehensible manner.
  • Lead group and individual research training sessions for all new client services and operations staff. Work with Research teammates to conduct training of higher-level staff (Managers and above). Coordinate research training by outside vendors. 
  • Implement regular firmwide communications about the library (research tips, best practices, new resources, etc) using a variety of in-house resources and platforms (intranet, emails, brown bag meetings, vendors’ product demonstrations).
  • Supervise maintenance of library materials and organization of library materials (books, articles, and subscriptions content) in hard copy and electronic format (eLibrary).
  • Review and evaluate all library subscriptions; recommend cancellations, renewals, or new product acquisitions as appropriate. 
  • Lead annual subscription review meetings with practice areas to identify appropriate materials. 
  • Monitor usage of firm's resources and manage the firm's research budget.
  • Serve as Copyright officer; work with Research teammates and the Legal team to provide copyright and license (use) guidance to the firm; keep up to date with copyright rules and regulations; negotiate copyright permissions and licenses as needed for client work.
  • Responsible for mentoring and coaching employees on research best practices. 
What you’ll bring to the table
  • Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent degree required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience, with a demonstrated track record of managing a library collection preferably in professional services, consulting, or law firm.
  • Minimum two years of supervisory/management experience. 
  • Familiarity with Bloomberg, Capital IQ/Capital IQ Pro, LexisNexis, LSEG, Westlaw, and other financial and legal databases.
  • Membership in the American Association of Law Librarians, the American Library Association, or similar organization preferred.
  • Strong business acumen.
  • Excellent writing, editorial, and oral communication skills. 
  • Detail and results-oriented project manager with excellent interpersonal and organization skills. 
  • Excellent time-management and multi-tasking skills and the ability to excel in a team-oriented, collaborative, and fast-paced environment. 
  • Ability to be flexible to changing circumstances and effectively work under pressure. 
  • May require more than 40.0 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
What you can expect from us
  • Comprehensive benefits package—includes tuition reimbursement up to $75K, low healthcare premiums, wellness benefits, and more! To learn more about our benefits offerings, click here. 
  • Hybrid work environment with three coordinated in-office days per week.
  • Open culture where your voice is heard, your input is sought, and your contributions are rewarded.
  • Fun and engaging culture including frequent social events.
  • Amenities that include a fitness center, rooftop terrace, standing desks, espresso, fresh fruit, breakfast and afternoon snack, billiards, and ping pong.
  • Employee-driven community outreach program featuring fundraising events (e.g., trivia, game shows, cooking competitions, etc.), volunteer opportunities, and matching funds along with our pro bono program.
  • Investment in your career through training programs, an assigned mentor and peer coach, and frequent feedback.
  • Networking opportunities through employee interest groups, Women’s Network, International Network, Diversity-Inclusion Council, and BWProud Network.
 

Research Analyst - A&O Shearman 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Hybrid (combination of office & remote working

USA - Austin, USA - Boston, USA - Dallas, USA - Houston, USA - Washington, DC


CONTEXT
The Research Analyst is a core contributor to the US Research and Library team, providing high-level legal, business, and competitive intelligence research across all practice areas. Operating in a fast-paced, global law firm environment, Analysts support attorneys and business professionals by delivering expert research in both litigation and transactional matters. They collaborate closely with the Litigation and Transactional Research Managers, the global Research and Library leadership team, and colleagues in Finance, Knowledge, and Business Development. Analysts are expected to stay current with emerging technologies and advanced research methodologies, contributing to knowledge management, training, and the continuous improvement of research services. This role demands intellectual agility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring seamless support and insight generation across the firm.

 

Additional information - External

This role can be based in our New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, or Texas offices. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in New York, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $113,000 - $134,000. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in Washington, D.C., the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $127,000. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in Boston, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $106,000 - $126,000. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in Texas, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $101,000 - $127,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position and other job-related factors permitted by law. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package which includes a discretionary bonus, paid leave, life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

See the full job description and apply: https://jobs.aoshearman.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=30147&siteid=5040&Areq=10515BR#jobDetails=96942_5040

 

 
 

Reference Librarian - Georgetown University Law Library

 

Georgetown Law, located at the University’s Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court is seeking a full-time Reference Librarian. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Working at the Georgetown Law Library means joining a collaborative team with wide-ranging areas of expertise that supports one of the nation’s leading law schools and its global community of scholars.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Reference, the Reference Librarian has duties that include but are not limited to:

·         Participating on an active reference desk (including some evenings and some Sundays)

·         Conducting individual research consultations

·         Writing and editing research guides

·         Teaching basic legal research skills to first-year students in the Legal Research and Writing program as well as specialized legal research classes (e.g., environmental law or tax law) to upper-class students

·         Serving as a liaison to student-edited journals and designated faculty members to support their teaching and scholarship

We welcome applications from both lateral candidates and entry-level candidates, including those graduating in the spring or summer of 2026. Requirements include:

·         J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or non-U.S. J.D. equivalent

·         Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school of library and/or information studies or non-U.S. Master’s degree equivalent

Application review begins on February 2, 2026. View the full posting and apply:  JR24216 - Reference Librarian. 

 

Law Library Director - American University Washington College of Law

Summary

American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) seeks applications for the 2026-2027 academic year for the position of Director of the Pence Law Library. The Law Library Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the law library’s operations, including determining and administering library policies, programs, technologies, and budget to accomplish the library’s mission of supporting the research, curricular, and scholarly needs of the Washington College of Law community. 

Faculty Status

The position of Law Library Director is a full-time faculty position within the School of Law. The Director will be a tenured or tenure-track member of the library faculty and hold law school faculty status consistent with ABA Standard 603.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position supervises full-time library faculty and staff members, as well as any necessary part-time employees. All library faculty and staff report to the Law Library Director.

The position reports to the Dean of the Law School.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, a degree in library or information science (MLS/MLIS or equivalent) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited master’s degree program, plus at least five years of progressively responsible work experience in an academic library, including experience successfully managing a law library budget. The candidate must have demonstrated ability or potential to engage in scholarly publication and professional service to meet library faculty tenure and promotion requirements.

Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are required, as is the ability to plan and direct the work of others, motivate library faculty and staff, provide training, and evaluate library faculty and staff performance. Additionally, the ability to work collaboratively and collegially in a dynamic, complex, and rapidly evolving library environment is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Managerial experience and experience supervising faculty and staff in an academic library setting is preferred.

Applications, including a curriculum vitae and cover letter, should be submitted via Workday. If you have general questions regarding the application process, please contact Erica Devine, Faculty Affairs Manager, at [email protected]. Please contact Professor Jeremi Duru, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, [email protected] with any other questions.

Although there is no formal deadline, we will begin interviewing candidates as early as February 2026, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

See the full job description and apply:  https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Tenley-Campus-Washington-DC/Law-Library-Director_R3786
 

Senior Research Analyst - Vinson & Elkins

Possible locations: Austin, Dallas, Houston, New York, San Francisco, Washington

Job Description

  • Conduct all facets of legal and non-legal research using appropriate print and online sources. Work together with other Research Analysts to provide quality coverage to all offices.
  • Lead special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Director of Research & Knowledge Services.
  • Train attorneys and staff on cost-efficient use of electronic resources.
  • Lead formal orientations of department services to new hires.
  • Schedule regular individual and group trainings on firm resources. Alert users to changes and enhancements in the products.
  •  Create online research guides on various subjects. Organize and enhance content to assist users in finding information on the firm’s intranet and ILS portal.
  • Evaluate new products as necessary and make recommendations for the purchase of resources based on the needs of practice areas and business development.
  • Work with RKS Operations Manager to identify possible new acquisitions, changes to print needs, and assist with the weeding and maintenance of office libraries.
  • Assist with maintaining subscription access information and ensuring compliance with license agreements
  • Keep abreast of new technologies and resources, particularly those dealing with artificial intelligence and document automation.
  • Work with contract and part-time assistants to ensure print resources are maintained.

Working Conditions

  • May be performed in a remote environment incommuting distance to a V&E office for occasional visits 
  • Work outside of regular office hours (including nights, weekends, holidays) is occasionally required.

Minimum Qualification

Education:

  • Master of Library Science or Information Studies from an accredited university; J.D., or commensurate experience

Experience:  

  • Seven years of research experience in a law firm, corporate, or academic law library.

Link to the full job description: https://portal.velaw.com/viDesktopEx/viRecruitSelfApply/ReJobView.aspx?Tag=b3a2850f-edec-4cba-a5dc-8a49913d03ac&JobID=18