Description
At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be, is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!
Polsinelli is hiring a Senior Research and Intelligence Specialist reporting to the Senior Manager of Library and Research Services. This position can be in one of the following offices: Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Nashville, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, Seattle, Los Angeles or St. Louis.
A representative will be on-site at AALL 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. If you are interested in applying, please click the “Apply to Job” button. If you are interested in learning more about the position before applying, please contact Jess Heggie at jheggie@polsinelli.com, and they will provide additional information about meeting on-site.
Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000 annually. Actual initial salary may differ from this range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled.
Core Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive legal and non-legal reference and research using a wide array of electronic resources
Deliver competitive intelligence research to attorneys, marketing and/or other professional staff in support of the firm’s strategic, practice, and client-development needs
Synthesize research findings clearly and effectively in written or verbal formats
Assist in maintaining and enhancing the Library and Research Services intranet pages and related knowledge platforms
Participate in orientation programs and deliver presentations for new attorneys, paralegals, and staff regarding research resources and best practices
Create and manage current awareness tools, alerts, and newsletters
Acquire requested materials through standard and non-standard procurement channels
Administer and support database credentialing and access for firm users
Promote library and research services across the firm and contribute to firmwide research initiatives
Track research requests and record time spent on work in accordance with firm policy
Support special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned
Requirements
An M.L.S., M.L.I.S., M.I.S., or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution
5+ years of experience in a law firm, professional services, or business research environment
Demonstrated proficiency with major legal and business research platforms, including Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, CapitalIQ, D&B, public records resources, and other specialized databases
Must have a strong understanding of generative AI tools embedded in research platforms (CoCounsel, Westlaw, etc) and standalone tools such as OpenAI.
Detail oriented with a commitment to providing high quality service
Consistently excellent written and verbal communication skills. Dedication to accuracy, precision and diligence in all projects and tasks.Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Ability to learn library systems and procedures
Working knowledge of office procedures and standard applications, including Microsoft Office suite
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, lift and carry/move books and other library materials weighing up to 25 lbs
