Senior Research Analyst in London

We are looking for a Spanish speaker to join our growing Latin America research team at Chambers & Partners in London as a Senior Research Analyst. Research Analysts form the core of our research process, gathering feedback on the legal market from clients and lawyers through effective interview techniques. The role involves the close analysis of interviews and submissions to develop accurate ranking tables, as well as writing informative editorials that showcase the strengths of particular law firms. Researchers are responsible for investigating the practice areas and jurisdictions assigned to them, gathering factual information via law-firm submissions, deal reports or business press and ensuring that useful clients and lawyers are identified and interviewed. Each analyst takes ownership of their assigned section and discusses findings with the Research Manager upon completion.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Research
  • Conduct background research to understand assigned practice areas and jurisdictions.
  • With support from the Research Manager, determine which lawyers to contact for interview.
  • Conduct probing interviews with lawyers, asking open-ended questions.
  • Interview in-house counsel and other third-party experts by telephone or an online questionnaire.
  • Accurately log communications and continually assess progression of research.
  • Pursue research leads gained via materials provided by the Chambers team or through independent research.
  • Build an understanding of and relationships with key market participants.
• Analysis
  • Analyse the data collected during the research phase to create accurate and impartial ranking tables that reflect the market.
  • Develop an understanding of assigned jurisdictions/practice areas through interviews and desk research.
  • Seek out and act upon new developments and opportunities for expansion in the areas of responsibility.
  • Assess both law firms and individual lawyers – their key strengths and weaknesses – to provide an accurate hierarchical ranking.
• Editorial
  • Produce an informative, business-focused editorial for the Chambers website and print guides.
  • Ensure the editorial is comprehensive, accurate, and respects confidentiality of material handled.
  • Identify distinguishing features of each firm and explain why they may appeal to particular clients.
  • Understand personalities and key strengths of leading lawyers within the profession.
  • Work to editorial deadlines, meeting research, ranking, and writing targets.
  • Take ownership of the editorial process by proactively reporting challenges.
  • Write internal reports at the end of research phases to inform future research direction.

Skills and Experience

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
• Attention to detail.
• Organised and methodical.
• Demonstrated ability to meet set deadlines.
• Intellectually curious.

We are committed to fostering and promoting an inclusive professional environment for all of our employees, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral values of Chambers & Partners and are key in our culture. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. This commitment applies across all of our employment policies and practices, from recruiting and hiring to training and career development. We support our employees through our internal INSPIRE committee with Executive Sponsors, Chairs and Ambassadors throughout the business promoting knowledge and effecting change. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.