An exciting senior reference librarian position is available in the
New York office of Morrison & Foerster LLP, an innovative and
cutting-edge firm with 16 offices worldwide. This position provides
opportunities to work collaboratively with a collegial and friendly
global library team to handle sophisticated and high-level research
requests. Climate of knowledge-sharing fosters opportunities to
mentor and be mentored by other team members. As part of a team of
library and marketing professionals, you will have the opportunity to
use and develop your creativity and analytical talents by
participating in innovative competitive intelligence research
projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES As the Senior Reference Librarian you will provide
expert reference and research services to all practice areas, with
emphasis on corporate and securities research. Lead or provide support
for local and firmwide library projects and initiatives. Ensure client
services and satisfaction are attained in all areas of position.
QUALIFICATIONS 1) Master's Degree in Library Science and/or
Information Science strongly preferred. 2) At least 3 years experience
as a reference librarian in a law firm or corporate law library
setting. 3) Extensive experience using online and print resources to
perform research including LexisNexis, Westlaw, Courtlink, Securities
Mosaic, Bloomberg, Westlaw Business and ThomsonOne Banker. 4)
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective
internal and external client relationships. 5) Ability to exchange
information and to present ideas, report facts and other information
clearly and concisely. 6) Ability to apply effective independent
judgment. 7) Ability to independently assess client needs and to
develop responsive solutions. 8) Strong interactive skills and the
ability to succeed in a teamwork environment. 9) Strong motivation to
apply skills and knowledge proactively. 10) Proficient in using
Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, and Excel. 11)
Commitment to delivering client service by assisting co-workers.
Ability to mentor junior librarians and other library staff. 12)
Ability to follow complex instructions with high degree of accuracy.
13) Advanced analytical and information gathering skills; ability to
evaluate and prioritize extensive, detailed data.
Morrison & Foerster LLP is a premier global law firm committed to
delivering success for our clients around the world. We achieve that
by hiring the best talent for every position in our firm. Our
progressive workplace policies and our commitment to diversity and
collegiality create an environment ideally suited to teamwork and
collaboration. We are proud of our numerous workplace awards,
including being named to FORTUNE’s list of Best Companies to Work For,
American Lawyer’s ''A'' list, and for several years running, have been
the Vault survey’s #1 law firm for diversity.
HOW TO APPLY Please apply on-line by visiting http://www.mofo.com and
go directly to the Careers link This job is listed under job ID 21589.
Morrison & Foerster is not accepting resumes or referrals from
agencies. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency,
you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a
candidate even if Morrison & Foerster hires the candidate.
New York office of Morrison & Foerster LLP, an innovative and
cutting-edge firm with 16 offices worldwide. This position provides
opportunities to work collaboratively with a collegial and friendly
global library team to handle sophisticated and high-level research
requests. Climate of knowledge-sharing fosters opportunities to
mentor and be mentored by other team members. As part of a team of
library and marketing professionals, you will have the opportunity to
use and develop your creativity and analytical talents by
participating in innovative competitive intelligence research
projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES As the Senior Reference Librarian you will provide
expert reference and research services to all practice areas, with
emphasis on corporate and securities research. Lead or provide support
for local and firmwide library projects and initiatives. Ensure client
services and satisfaction are attained in all areas of position.
QUALIFICATIONS 1) Master's Degree in Library Science and/or
Information Science strongly preferred. 2) At least 3 years experience
as a reference librarian in a law firm or corporate law library
setting. 3) Extensive experience using online and print resources to
perform research including LexisNexis, Westlaw, Courtlink, Securities
Mosaic, Bloomberg, Westlaw Business and ThomsonOne Banker. 4)
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective
internal and external client relationships. 5) Ability to exchange
information and to present ideas, report facts and other information
clearly and concisely. 6) Ability to apply effective independent
judgment. 7) Ability to independently assess client needs and to
develop responsive solutions. 8) Strong interactive skills and the
ability to succeed in a teamwork environment. 9) Strong motivation to
apply skills and knowledge proactively. 10) Proficient in using
Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, and Excel. 11)
Commitment to delivering client service by assisting co-workers.
Ability to mentor junior librarians and other library staff. 12)
Ability to follow complex instructions with high degree of accuracy.
13) Advanced analytical and information gathering skills; ability to
evaluate and prioritize extensive, detailed data.
Morrison & Foerster LLP is a premier global law firm committed to
delivering success for our clients around the world. We achieve that
by hiring the best talent for every position in our firm. Our
progressive workplace policies and our commitment to diversity and
collegiality create an environment ideally suited to teamwork and
collaboration. We are proud of our numerous workplace awards,
including being named to FORTUNE’s list of Best Companies to Work For,
American Lawyer’s ''A'' list, and for several years running, have been
the Vault survey’s #1 law firm for diversity.
HOW TO APPLY Please apply on-line by visiting http://www.mofo.com and
go directly to the Careers link This job is listed under job ID 21589.
Morrison & Foerster is not accepting resumes or referrals from
agencies. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency,
you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a
candidate even if Morrison & Foerster hires the candidate.
