Research Center Manager

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Research Center Manager. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices (Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV) and consideration given for 100% remote US locations.

Do you have a curious and innovative approach to resource management and leadership along with a strong understanding of the legal workplace? If so, this may be the position for you!

As a Research Center Manager, you will lead the development of the Research & Information team in the US and liaise with other Managers to contribute to the growth and evolution of the service. You will be responsible for:

• Adopting a program of continuous improvement to ensure the efficient delivery and use of resources.
• Supporting the adoption, use and promotion of products, new technology and systems.
• Cultivating strong relationships with internal stakeholders and attorneys across the firm
• Leading the evolution of the research team to meet the changing needs of the business.
• Negotiating, influencing, and managing conflicts to ensure the appropriate deployment of Research staff and resources.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and championing policies across the US Practice.
• Responsible for collaborating with other support teams to provide our attorneys with a seamless service.
• Initiation, contribution and implementation of projects to improve and develop the service.

Management responsibilities include:

• Forecasting headcount needs and influencing management in the growth and deployment of Research staff to support attorneys.
• Recruiting, training and developing staff, including undertaking regular appraisals and salary reviews.
• Ensuring staff are developed and trained to deliver an exemplary service.
• Overseeing training programs to ensure a return on our investment in online products and systems.
• Providing expert advice on the use of legal sources to meet the firm's objectives.
• Encouraging and leading the team to engage and influence attorneys on the adoption and use of new technologies.

Relationship management:

• The Research Manager must a credible, capable professional, able to build and maintain productive relationships with the team, attorneys and peers.
• The Research Manager will work closely with peers within R&I and colleagues within Innovation to promote and champion the contribution of the Research function.

• Master's Degree in library/information science (from ALA accredited school) required.
• At least 10 years' management experience in a similar organization.
• Demonstrable ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Ability to identify and implement change.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and technical skills in the use of Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to build and develop relationships and command credibility at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
• A strategic, creative thinker who can both collaborate and influence and deliver to deadlines.
• Strong legal research and database skills across all practices and proficiency with a variety of legal databases.
• Familiarity with MS Office, interest and confident in using new technology.
• Excellent all round communication skills, both oral and written.
• Resourceful, creative and solutions orientated.
• Resilient and adaptable with a flexible approach to work.
• Possesses team orientation at all levels.
• Enthusiasm and dedication to providing a quality service to clients.
• Always demonstrates a professional standard of behavior; and
• Treats colleagues and clients with respect and courtesy.
• Proven record of working in a collaborative environment.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more about our awesome employee experience here: Fortune 100 Great Place To Work certified company.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is:

• California Major Markets* $101,000.00 - $116,000.00
• New York City $116,000.00 - $138,000.00
• National $91,000.00 - $116,000.00

* California Major Markets includes San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica. All other California locations fall within National range.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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