Legal Staff Other in Wilmington, DE

Law Firm

Wilmington, DE

Legal Staff Other in Wilmington, DE

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Saul Ewing is also dedicated to providing an environment of mutual respect, dignity and inclusion free of discrimination and harassment.



Law Firm Seeks Senior Manager of Research and Intelligence with Competitive Salary and Generous Benefits

H1: Join the Team at Saul Ewing as Senior Manager of Research and Intelligence
H2: Transform Legal Research and Drive Innovation with Saul Ewing

Saul Ewing, a leading law firm, is looking for a talented individual to join their knowledge management department as the Senior Manager of Research Services and Strategic Intelligence. This role offers a competitive salary and a wide range of generous benefits.

The Senior Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of research services within the firm. This includes not only leading a new approach to legal research, but also driving the development and execution of new competitive intelligence strategies. The successful candidate will have a forward-thinking mindset and be able to leverage the latest technologies, such as AI and automation, to enhance the efficiency and impact of research services for attorneys and business professionals.

This role also involves building and managing a high-performing team, rethinking processes, and upskilling library staff to meet the evolving demands of the legal landscape. This is a unique opportunity to lead the transformation of research services in a tech-savvy law firm that is committed to delivering the highest quality legal research to support client outcomes and business development goals.

This is a remote position and can be located in any city.

Essential Functions:

- Lead the transformation of library research services by integrating advanced technologies, AI-driven tools, and process improvement to enhance the quality and speed of legal research services.
- Manage a small team of research professionals to deliver client-focused, legal research services for attorneys and paralegals.
- Establish a client-centric research model that emphasizes responsiveness and high-quality output, tailored to specific client needs.
- Coordinate legal research training and refreshers for attorneys on new applications and approaches.
- Create and implement a comprehensive competitive and client intelligence strategy to identify market trends, emerging legal opportunities, and competitor activities.
- Partner with practice groups, business development, and senior leadership to understand key client needs and deliver actionable insights.
- Support the management of the firm's budget, contracts, and subscriptions for research and intelligence tools and platforms.
- Negotiate and manage licensing agreements to ensure access to up-to-date research resources and tools.
- Lead comprehensive training for the research team, including upskilling on new technologies and methodologies.
- Mentor and manage the professional growth of research team members.
- Foster a team-oriented culture focused on knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
- Work closely with practice groups, business development, recruiting, and client relationship teams to provide research support for client opportunities and strategic planning.
- Communicate research findings and market intelligence to diverse audiences in a clear and actionable manner.

Requirements:

- Proven expertise in leading research teams, driving technological change, and creating innovative research solutions.
- Familiarity with cutting-edge legal research technologies, including AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics.
- Strong project management skills in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams.
- Familiarity with budget management, vendor negotiations, and subscription-based services in the legal research field.
- Bachelor's degree in research, library or information sciences, or a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal research, competitive intelligence, and/or knowledge management within a law firm or similar professional services environment.

In addition to the essential functions, the individual in this position may provide additional assistance and support as directed by their supervisor. This job description is subject to change at any time.

At Saul Ewing, we value diversity and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, dignity, and inclusion free of discrimination and harassment.

Benefits:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses
- Paid leave options, including parental
- Saul Ewing University (learning and development programs taught by the firm’s training department)
- Family formation benefits

Join Saul Ewing as the Senior Manager of Research and Intelligence and be a part of a people-first environment that values diversity and offers a wide range of benefits to support wellness in all aspects of life. Take the lead in transforming legal research and driving innovation with a forward-thinking, tech-savvy law firm. Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of research services in the legal industry.