Library & Research Executive – Global Law Firm, London
A leading international law firm is seeking a Library & Research Executive to join its highly respected Knowledge Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an information professional who is both a strong team player and confident working independently. The successful candidate will engage with colleagues across all levels and offices, contributing to a collaborative, high-performing environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Attend relevant practice group meetings to promote Library & Research services and strengthen internal relationships.
*Build strong working relationships with colleagues across departments.
*Partner with Library and Knowledge Services teams in other offices to share best practice and support a consistent, high-quality service globally.
*Lead and participate in team projects as required.
*Manage book orders for physical library collections in London, Geneva and the BVI, liaising with Knowledge Lawyers, fee-earners and colleagues on upcoming titles.
*Support the Library and Research Advisor with subscription management, including maintaining catalogue records, handling renewals, and processing invoices.
*Assist with budget management for physical and digital resources, including reconciling invoices with monthly Budget Holder reports.
*Process new book arrivals for London and international offices, including cataloguing, updating records, labelling materials, and communicating updates to relevant teams.
*Maintain the London print collection through shelving, circulation, shifting, weeding, and relocating materials.
*Support the London "catalogue super user" in promoting cataloguing standards and best practice.
*Deliver monthly library inductions for new joiners and tailored sessions for trainees within specific divisions.
*Coordinate administrative tasks relating to trainee seat rotations.
*Contribute to the firm’s current awareness services.
*Handle research enquiries as part of the London Library enquiries team.
*Update and maintain the firm’s intranet library pages, supporting wider teams and offices with their content.
Skills and Attributes
*Strong proficiency with online legal and business research platforms, including Westlaw, Practical Law, Lexis+, Lexis Newsdesk, PitchBook, Orbis, and similar tools.
*Basic understanding of library catalogue administration (experience with Soutron advantageous).
*Experience conducting competitive intelligence research for business development and strategic insights.
*High level of PC literacy, particularly in Word and Excel.
*Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
*Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
*Strong customer service orientation with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
*Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work under pressure, and see projects through to completion.


This is a superb opportunity to join a prestigious firm and contribute to a dynamic, forward-thinking Knowledge and Information team at the heart of its London office.
To be considered for this role and other Knowledge & Information Management vacancies, please apply with your CV.