Job Description
A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world’s most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future.
We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world’s leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients.
Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimize your wellbeing.
What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
DEPARTMENT PURPOSE AND STRUCTURE
Operating in more than 40 countries—and at the forefront of our industry—A&O Shearman is a premier adviser recognized for its exceptional global reach and innovative solutions. Our Research & Library division plays a crucial role in supporting some of the world’s most successful companies, investment banks, and private equity firms by providing cutting-edge research and analysis that underpin critical financial strategies and decisions.
The US Research team is part of the global A&O Research and Library function. This team comprises three functions: Library – responsible for procurement and technical services; Research – responsible for legal and financial requests; and the Strategic Research Group (SRG) which complements the Research Service by offering in depth, bespoke research support to client teams.
The US Research team mirrors this structure with a local focus, being responsible for supporting attorneys across our US offices. The team provide our attorneys with all research and resource requirements, managing all information assets and budgets and providing timely research support.
ROLE PURPOSE
This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain unparalleled experience working for one of the largest law firms in the world and to learn the unique approach that a truly global firm utilizes towards research. Our U.S. team works cooperatively with our colleagues located in more than 50 offices throughout the world as one integrated team.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTEXT
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Analyst to join one of our Texas or California offices. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in legal, business, and competitive intelligence and familiar with the California or Texas legislative landscape. The ideal candidate will act as a liaison to our Texas or California based attorneys, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration with our teams. This role requires an independent worker with a collaborative approach to contribute to the growth of our research and library team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
TEAM
This position reports directly to the Director, U.S. Research & Library and collaborates closely with various team members, including the wider Research & Library team, attorneys, and staff.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
This role is open for individuals based in Texas or California. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in California, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $109,000 - $132,000. 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
A&O Shearman is an equal opportunity employer. Every individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment. It is A&O Shearman’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status or alienage, disability, pregnancy or related medical issue, military or qualified veteran status, familial status, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, gender, including gender identity, gender expression or transition status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and/or sex offenses, sexual and reproductive health decisions, unemployment status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of an individual’s relationship with A&O Shearman, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
If you are vision-impaired or have another disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and wish to discuss accommodations related to applying for employment at A&O Shearman, please contact US HR Transactions at US-HRTransactions@aoshearman.com or call +1 212 610 6300 and ask for HR Transactions.
We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world’s leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients.
Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimize your wellbeing.
What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
DEPARTMENT PURPOSE AND STRUCTURE
Operating in more than 40 countries—and at the forefront of our industry—A&O Shearman is a premier adviser recognized for its exceptional global reach and innovative solutions. Our Research & Library division plays a crucial role in supporting some of the world’s most successful companies, investment banks, and private equity firms by providing cutting-edge research and analysis that underpin critical financial strategies and decisions.
The US Research team is part of the global A&O Research and Library function. This team comprises three functions: Library – responsible for procurement and technical services; Research – responsible for legal and financial requests; and the Strategic Research Group (SRG) which complements the Research Service by offering in depth, bespoke research support to client teams.
The US Research team mirrors this structure with a local focus, being responsible for supporting attorneys across our US offices. The team provide our attorneys with all research and resource requirements, managing all information assets and budgets and providing timely research support.
ROLE PURPOSE
This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain unparalleled experience working for one of the largest law firms in the world and to learn the unique approach that a truly global firm utilizes towards research. Our U.S. team works cooperatively with our colleagues located in more than 50 offices throughout the world as one integrated team.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
- Research & Library Division
- Legal Teams
- Business Teams
JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTEXT
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Analyst to join one of our Texas or California offices. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in legal, business, and competitive intelligence and familiar with the California or Texas legislative landscape. The ideal candidate will act as a liaison to our Texas or California based attorneys, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration with our teams. This role requires an independent worker with a collaborative approach to contribute to the growth of our research and library team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct comprehensive legal, business, and competitive intelligence research to support attorneys and clients.
- Analyze and synthesize complex information from various sources to provide actionable insights.
- Act as a liaison between California and Texas-based attorneys, facilitating smooth information flow and collaboration.
- Develop and maintain a repository of research materials and resources.
- Assist in the creation and implementation of research strategies to support legal cases and business development.
- Provide training and guidance to attorneys and staff on effective research methods and tools.
- Collaborate with team members to build a robust and efficient research and library team.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in legal and business research.
TEAM
This position reports directly to the Director, U.S. Research & Library and collaborates closely with various team members, including the wider Research & Library team, attorneys, and staff.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree in library science, Information Science or Law is preferred.
- 5-7 years of experience in legal, business, and competitive intelligence research within a law firm or corporate environment.
- Proven ability to act as a liaison and work effectively with attorneys and staff.
- Highly specialized experience in complex litigation and corporate research is preferred.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge and experience conducting research using external tools, such as Pitchbook, Preqin, Capital IQ, Bloomberg Law, Lexis and Westlaw
- Ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Preference will be for the candidate to work 60% in office, per firm standard, to foster collaboration and team integration.
This role is open for individuals based in Texas or California. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in California, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $109,000 - $132,000. 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
A&O Shearman is an equal opportunity employer. Every individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment. It is A&O Shearman’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status or alienage, disability, pregnancy or related medical issue, military or qualified veteran status, familial status, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, gender, including gender identity, gender expression or transition status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and/or sex offenses, sexual and reproductive health decisions, unemployment status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of an individual’s relationship with A&O Shearman, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
If you are vision-impaired or have another disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and wish to discuss accommodations related to applying for employment at A&O Shearman, please contact US HR Transactions at US-HRTransactions@aoshearman.com or call +1 212 610 6300 and ask for HR Transactions.
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