Legal Knowledge & Research Manager

This role will provide business-aligned guidance focused on governance, compliance, and operational risk management. You will partner with leaders, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex issues into practical recommendations. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen responsible execution, improve decision-making, and support sustainable growth within a regulated financial services environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide department staff, including training and performance evaluations
• Foster a collaborative work environment promoting teamwork and professional development
• Delegate tasks for efficient workflow and timely project completion
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of research professionals with coaching and feedback
• Guide complex legal and business research activities supporting Client attorneys
• Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of research aligned with Client priorities
• Champion the adoption of AI-powered legal research tools and emerging technologies

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent required
• 5+ years of legal research or knowledge services experience in law firms or corporate settings
• 3+ years of management experience in leading a research team
• Familiarity with legal research platforms like Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Bloomberg Law required
• Experience managing vendor relationships and research budgets effectively
• Knowledge of emerging legal technologies, including generative AI in legal research preferred
• Strong project management, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Fully remote work option from anywhere in the United States
• Opportunity to lead innovative legal technology solutions
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Support for continuous professional development and coaching
• Ability to manage impactful client relationships and outreach initiatives

Pay

$100,000 – $120,000 annually