At a Glance
- Tasks: Support legal research and help users access vital information in a dynamic library environment.
- Company: Join a prestigious professional membership body in Central London.
- Benefits: Earn £20 - £24 per hour with flexible working options.
- Other info: Temporary role for 3 months with opportunities for collaboration and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by assisting solicitors and law firms with their research needs.
- Qualifications: Strong legal research experience and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a temporary Assistant Librarian to join a specialist library team as part of a prestigious professional membership body based in Central London. This role will support a high-quality legal enquiry service and is ideal for someone with strong legal research experience who enjoys both working with collections and helping users access information. The role is full-time and set to last roughly 3 months. It requires 3 days per week working in the company's London office, and 2 days WFH.
Responsibilities
- You will handle a wide range of research enquiries from solicitors, law firm staff and the public, delivering clear and accurate results.
- You will carry out case law, legislation and literature searches, and present findings in a professional and accessible way.
- You will take responsibility for cataloguing and collection management, including identifying gaps, selecting new resources, reviewing materials for retention, and maintaining accurate records on the library system.
- You will support projects to improve the organisation and use of the collection.
- You will work closely with colleagues and library users, providing support in person, by phone and by email.
- You will contribute to training and help promote library services.
Qualifications
- Strong legal research experience.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Knowledge of using legal databases such as Westlaw and Lexis+ (preferred).
- A proactive and collaborative approach.
This is a temporary role with an immediate start paying between £20 - £24 an hour.
Temp Assistant Librarian, Legal Research in London employer: Inspired Selection
As a prestigious university press located in Central London, we offer an exceptional work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration among passionate professionals. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our supportive culture, where you will have the opportunity to shape influential publications while working alongside leading experts in the field. With a focus on scholarly excellence and a diverse range of titles, we provide a unique platform for meaningful contributions to modern history publishing.
