Legal Research & Insights Training Analyst

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett•New York, NY

About The Position

The Legal Research & Insights Training Analyst conducts and coordinates training for attorneys, researchers, and professional staff while supporting the department’s daily operations and strategic goals. The role manages department training and orientations, coordinates meetings and events, arranges logistics, and supports onboarding. It also works with Knowledge Management Lawyers and Professional Development staff to introduce research resources and promote their ongoing use. The Analyst maintains department documentation and intranet content, supports operational improvements, and assists with special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, or a related field.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience as an administrative assistant or in project/team administration.
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment; law firm experience preferred.
Strong project management and time management skills, including the ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and motivation to produce accurate, timely, and complete work.
Customer-service orientation.
General digital and technical proficiency and comfort learning new technologies.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with attorneys and non-attorney professionals.
Sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree.
Experience with legal research tools.

Responsibilities

Manage training and orientations for the Research & Insights department, attorneys, and professional staff, including scheduling across multiple time zones.
Coordinate internal and external meetings, programs, training sessions, and events, and arrange logistics based on meeting requirements.
Conduct orientations for lateral Partner and Associate hires and training sessions for Fall and Summer Associates.
Collaborate with Knowledge Management Lawyers and Professional Development staff to roll out new research resources and promote the use of existing resources through training and communication.
Compose, edit, and proofread emails, presentations, and other documents.
Maintain key documents in appropriate workspaces, including iManage, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
Develop an understanding of the work of the department, other administrative departments, offices, and practice groups.
Build and maintain a professional network of peers across the firm to help solve problems.
Facilitate onboarding for new team members and serve as a backup for onboarding-related questions.
Maintain and regularly update the internal departmental intranet site with content, documentation, and announcements.
Collaborate with the Supervisor of R&I Operations on operational initiatives, workflow improvements, and team collaboration.
Collaborate on special projects with Research & Insights Analysts, Specialists, the Supervisor, and/or the Senior Research Services Manager, as assigned.