Allen & Overy
Senior Manager, US Research and Library Job at Allen & Overy in New York
Allen & Overy, New York, NY, US, 10261
Job description
A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with 48 offices in 28 countries worldwide.
Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future.
We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients.
Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing.
What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Department Purpose and Structure
As part of the global Research and Library function, the US Research and Library group has primary responsibility for supporting US-based attorneys, management and support staff in respect of their research and resource requirements. Research work encompasses news, legal, business and financial work whilst Library tasks include the management of US office information budgets and ready access and delivery of resources. The team works closely with the global team based primarily in the UK to ensure seamless support to all US attorneys.
The global Research function also includes the Strategic Research Group with representation in the US who undertake bespoke research for Partners, BD and Knowledge. The Senior Manager is charged with collaborating with these staff to ensure seamless and consistent support is provided to our attorneys.
Role Purpose
The Senior Manager has a leadership role overseeing the direction and development of the US Research and Library Group. With a team of 9, the Senior Manager is responsible for the development and delivery of new services, the introduction of new products and the management of the US office information budgets.
As part of the wider global Research and Library function, it is incumbent on the Senior Manager to proactively encourage collaboration across the teams and both contribute and use the expertise of each team appropriately
Key Relationships
The Senior Manager of the US Research and Library group ensures attorneys and staff have access to the latest legal, business, and financial information, boosting the firm's competitive edge. Responsibilities include training oversight, budget management, negotiating information contracts, and advising on data sources. The Senior Manager also supports the adoption of new technologies, aligning policies with global standards, and fostering relationships with team members, attorneys, and peers. Promoting the global Research and Library function within the Americas is crucial for collaboration. The Senior Manager must exhibit strong leadership and conflict resolution abilities, showing empathy and understanding towards diverse perspectives. Collaboration and teamwork are pivotal in maintaining a cohesive environment, while critical thinking and problem-solving skills are vital for navigating complex issues. This role drives efficiency, innovation, and excellence, significantly contributing to the firm's success.
Role and Responsibilities
The Senior Manager leads the US Research and Library Group through:
Equal Employment Opportunity, including Veterans and Disability
A&O Shearman is an equal opportunity employer, including Veterans and Disability. Every individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all aspects of an individual's relationship with A&O Shearman, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
If you are vision-impaired or have another disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and wish to discuss accommodations related to applying for employment at A&O Shearman, please contact US HR Transactions at US-HRTransactions@aoshearman.com or call +1 212 610 6300 and ask for HR Transactions.
Additional information - External
This role is open to our New York office. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in New York, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $161,000-$203,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, including, if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job, and other job-relation factors permitted by law. In Summary: US Research and Library group has primary responsibility for supporting US-based attorneys, management and support staff in respect of their research and resource requirements . US Research work encompasses news, legal, business and financial work . Library tasks include the management of US office information budgets and ready access and delivery of resources . Senior Manager must exhibit strong leadership and conflict resolution abilities . En Español: Descripción del trabajo A&O Shearman es un nuevo bufete de abogados global líder en la industria, con 48 oficinas en 28 países de todo el mundo. Nuestra fluidez en derecho inglés, ley estadounidense y las leyes de los mercados más dinámicos del mundo nos permite proporcionar información incomparable y una entrega perfecta a clientes. Trabajamos en acuerdos e intercambios desafiantes e importantes que tienen el potencial de dar forma al futuro. Ofrecemos oportunidades excepcionales para nuestra gente; oportunidades de trabajar para empresas líderes mundiales; transformar el status quo, y entregar su mejor trabajo, ayudándole a usted y su carrera a prosperar, mientras brinda resultados sin precedentes para nuestros clientes. Ya sea que esté ayudando a resolver desafíos complejos, transformando las formas en que gestionamos nuestro negocio o asegurando el buen funcionamiento de nuestra carrera profesional, este es un entorno donde pueda ofrecerle éxito a sus empleados. El equipo trabaja en estrecha colaboración con el equipo global basado principalmente en el Reino Unido para garantizar un apoyo sin problemas a todos los abogados estadounidenses. La función de investigación mundial también incluye al Grupo de Investigación Estratégica con representación en Estados Unidos que realiza investigaciones personalizadas para Partners, BD y Knowledge. Como parte de la función global más amplia de Investigación y Biblioteca, incumbe al gerente senior fomentar proactivamente la colaboración entre los equipos y contribuir y utilizar adecuadamente la experiencia de cada equipo. Las responsabilidades incluyen supervisión de capacitación, gestión presupuestaria, negociación de contratos de información y asesoramiento sobre datos. El gerente principal también apoya la adopción de nuevas tecnologías para resolver conflictos, alinear políticas con las perspectivas globales y fortalecer las relaciones con abogados y miembros del equipo, así como mantener el liderazgo en un entorno crítico a nivel mundial. Este papel impulsa la eficiencia, innovación y excelencia, contribuyendo significativamente al éxito de la empresa. Role and Responsibilities El gerente senior lidera el US Research and Library Group a través de: Adoptar un programa de mejora continua para garantizar la entrega eficiente y uso de recursos de investigación y biblioteca. Apoyar la adopción, utilización y promoción de servicios locales y globales de investigaciones y bibliotecas, tecnología y sistemas. Cultivar fuertes relaciones con las partes interesadas internas y los abogados en toda la firma Liderando la evolución del equipo de Investigación y Biblioteca para satisfacer las necesidades cambiantes del negocio y nuestros clientes. Negociar, influir y gestionar conflictos para asegurar el despliegue adecuado de Recursos y Bibliotecas y recursos. Responsable por desarrollar, implementar y promover políticas a lo largo de la práctica estadounidense. Proveer asesoramiento de expertos sobre el uso de fuentes de datos legales, comerciales y financieros para cumplir con los objetivos de la empresa. Trabajar con abogados en la adopción y utilización de nuevas tecnologías. Responsabilidad por preparar, autorizar y administrar todos los presupuestos de investigación y biblioteca dentro de EE.UU. Asegurar una asignación adecuada de costos en relación a nuestra política global de presupuesto y desarrollar nuevos enfoques según lo requiera el negocio. La negociación de contratos de información para productos informáticos estadounidenses y la vinculación con el equipo mundial. Enlace con personal global para garantizar que las políticas y procesos se alineen y cumplan. Gestión de relaciones El gerente senior debe ser un líder profesional capaz, creíble, capaz de construir y mantener relaciones productivas con el grupo, abogados y compañeros. El Gerente Senior debe promover y defender el trabajo de la investigación global y la Biblioteca dentro de las Américas más amplias. Demostrar requisitos clave de datos conducirá al cambio y desarrollo de habilidades laborales y técnicas para identificar e implementar un entorno operativo de inteligencia artificial. Un pensador creativo y estratégico que puede tanto colaborar como influir. Trata a sus colegas y clientes con respeto y cortesía. Oportunidades de empleo iguales, incluidos los veteranos y las personas discapacitadas A&O Shearman es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades, incluyendo a los veteranos y la discapacidad. Cada individuo tiene el derecho de trabajar en un entorno profesional que promueve la igualdad y prohíbe discriminación y acoso. Esta política HR se aplica a todos los aspectos de la relación del individuo con Transaction & Human Rights Watch (AHRT), incluida la ley sobre reclutamiento, contratación o promoción laboral, si usted solicita cualquier otra condición relacionada con la Ley de Contratación y Desarrollo de Empleo, así como otras condiciones para recibir compensaciones y capacitación sin necesidad de contratar a los estadounidenses. Este cargo está abierto a nuestra oficina de Nueva York. Para las personas asignadas o contratadas para esta oportunidad en New York, el rango anual estimado del salario base para este puesto es de $ 161.000 - $203.000.
A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with 48 offices in 28 countries worldwide.
Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future.
We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients.
Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing.
What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Department Purpose and Structure
As part of the global Research and Library function, the US Research and Library group has primary responsibility for supporting US-based attorneys, management and support staff in respect of their research and resource requirements. Research work encompasses news, legal, business and financial work whilst Library tasks include the management of US office information budgets and ready access and delivery of resources. The team works closely with the global team based primarily in the UK to ensure seamless support to all US attorneys.
The global Research function also includes the Strategic Research Group with representation in the US who undertake bespoke research for Partners, BD and Knowledge. The Senior Manager is charged with collaborating with these staff to ensure seamless and consistent support is provided to our attorneys.
Role Purpose
The Senior Manager has a leadership role overseeing the direction and development of the US Research and Library Group. With a team of 9, the Senior Manager is responsible for the development and delivery of new services, the introduction of new products and the management of the US office information budgets.
As part of the wider global Research and Library function, it is incumbent on the Senior Manager to proactively encourage collaboration across the teams and both contribute and use the expertise of each team appropriately
Key Relationships
- Global Head of Research and Library
- US Management and Partners
- US Research Team including the Litigation and Transactional Research Managers
- Finance in the US, London and Belfast
- Global Research and Library leadership team
- Knowledge and Business Development
- Procurement
The Senior Manager of the US Research and Library group ensures attorneys and staff have access to the latest legal, business, and financial information, boosting the firm's competitive edge. Responsibilities include training oversight, budget management, negotiating information contracts, and advising on data sources. The Senior Manager also supports the adoption of new technologies, aligning policies with global standards, and fostering relationships with team members, attorneys, and peers. Promoting the global Research and Library function within the Americas is crucial for collaboration. The Senior Manager must exhibit strong leadership and conflict resolution abilities, showing empathy and understanding towards diverse perspectives. Collaboration and teamwork are pivotal in maintaining a cohesive environment, while critical thinking and problem-solving skills are vital for navigating complex issues. This role drives efficiency, innovation, and excellence, significantly contributing to the firm's success.
Role and Responsibilities
The Senior Manager leads the US Research and Library Group through:
- Adopting a program of continuous improvement to ensure the efficient delivery and use of Research and Library resources.
- Supporting the adoption, use and promotion of local and global research and library services, technology and systems.
- Cultivating strong relationships with internal stakeholders and attorneys across the firm
- Leading the evolution of the Research and Library team to meet the changing needs of the business and our client base.
- Negotiating, influencing, and managing conflicts to ensure the appropriate deployment of Research and Library 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.
- Forecasting headcount needs and influencing management in the growth and deployment of Research and Library 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 to the business.
- Overseeing training programmes to ensure a return on our investment in online products and systems.
- Providing expert advice on the use of legal, business, and financial data sources to meet the firm's objectives.
- Working with attorneys on the adoption and use of new technologies.
- Responsibility for preparing, authorizing, and managing all Research and Library budgets within the U.S.
- Ensuring appropriate cost allocation in relation to our global budgeting policy and developing new approaches as the business requires.
- The negotiation of information contracts for US information products and liaison with the global team.
- Liaison with global staff to ensure policies and processes are aligned and adhered to.
- The Senior Manager must be a credible, capable professional, able to build and maintain productive relationships with the team, attorneys and peers.
- The Senior Manager must promote and champion the work of the wider global Research and Library function within the Americas.
- Demonstrable ability to lead and motivate teams.
- Ability to identify and implement change.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational and technical skills.
- A commercial thinker who can negotiate effectively.
- Able to take the initiative and deliver to deadlines.
- Ability to build and develop relationships and command credibility at all levels of the organization.
- Experience of digital tools, AI, and data visualization.
- Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
- A strategic, creative thinker who can both collaborate and influence.
- At least 10 years' management experience in a similar organization
- 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.
- Treats colleagues and clients with respect and courtesy.
Equal Employment Opportunity, including Veterans and Disability
A&O Shearman is an equal opportunity employer, including Veterans and Disability. Every individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all aspects of an individual's relationship with A&O Shearman, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
If you are vision-impaired or have another disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and wish to discuss accommodations related to applying for employment at A&O Shearman, please contact US HR Transactions at US-HRTransactions@aoshearman.com or call +1 212 610 6300 and ask for HR Transactions.
Additional information - External
This role is open to our New York office. For individuals assigned to or hired for this opportunity in New York, the estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $161,000-$203,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, including, if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job, and other job-relation factors permitted by law. In Summary: US Research and Library group has primary responsibility for supporting US-based attorneys, management and support staff in respect of their research and resource requirements . US Research work encompasses news, legal, business and financial work . Library tasks include the management of US office information budgets and ready access and delivery of resources . Senior Manager must exhibit strong leadership and conflict resolution abilities . En Español: Descripción del trabajo A&O Shearman es un nuevo bufete de abogados global líder en la industria, con 48 oficinas en 28 países de todo el mundo. Nuestra fluidez en derecho inglés, ley estadounidense y las leyes de los mercados más dinámicos del mundo nos permite proporcionar información incomparable y una entrega perfecta a clientes. Trabajamos en acuerdos e intercambios desafiantes e importantes que tienen el potencial de dar forma al futuro. Ofrecemos oportunidades excepcionales para nuestra gente; oportunidades de trabajar para empresas líderes mundiales; transformar el status quo, y entregar su mejor trabajo, ayudándole a usted y su carrera a prosperar, mientras brinda resultados sin precedentes para nuestros clientes. Ya sea que esté ayudando a resolver desafíos complejos, transformando las formas en que gestionamos nuestro negocio o asegurando el buen funcionamiento de nuestra carrera profesional, este es un entorno donde pueda ofrecerle éxito a sus empleados. El equipo trabaja en estrecha colaboración con el equipo global basado principalmente en el Reino Unido para garantizar un apoyo sin problemas a todos los abogados estadounidenses. La función de investigación mundial también incluye al Grupo de Investigación Estratégica con representación en Estados Unidos que realiza investigaciones personalizadas para Partners, BD y Knowledge. Como parte de la función global más amplia de Investigación y Biblioteca, incumbe al gerente senior fomentar proactivamente la colaboración entre los equipos y contribuir y utilizar adecuadamente la experiencia de cada equipo. Las responsabilidades incluyen supervisión de capacitación, gestión presupuestaria, negociación de contratos de información y asesoramiento sobre datos. El gerente principal también apoya la adopción de nuevas tecnologías para resolver conflictos, alinear políticas con las perspectivas globales y fortalecer las relaciones con abogados y miembros del equipo, así como mantener el liderazgo en un entorno crítico a nivel mundial. Este papel impulsa la eficiencia, innovación y excelencia, contribuyendo significativamente al éxito de la empresa. Role and Responsibilities El gerente senior lidera el US Research and Library Group a través de: Adoptar un programa de mejora continua para garantizar la entrega eficiente y uso de recursos de investigación y biblioteca. Apoyar la adopción, utilización y promoción de servicios locales y globales de investigaciones y bibliotecas, tecnología y sistemas. Cultivar fuertes relaciones con las partes interesadas internas y los abogados en toda la firma Liderando la evolución del equipo de Investigación y Biblioteca para satisfacer las necesidades cambiantes del negocio y nuestros clientes. Negociar, influir y gestionar conflictos para asegurar el despliegue adecuado de Recursos y Bibliotecas y recursos. Responsable por desarrollar, implementar y promover políticas a lo largo de la práctica estadounidense. Proveer asesoramiento de expertos sobre el uso de fuentes de datos legales, comerciales y financieros para cumplir con los objetivos de la empresa. Trabajar con abogados en la adopción y utilización de nuevas tecnologías. Responsabilidad por preparar, autorizar y administrar todos los presupuestos de investigación y biblioteca dentro de EE.UU. Asegurar una asignación adecuada de costos en relación a nuestra política global de presupuesto y desarrollar nuevos enfoques según lo requiera el negocio. La negociación de contratos de información para productos informáticos estadounidenses y la vinculación con el equipo mundial. Enlace con personal global para garantizar que las políticas y procesos se alineen y cumplan. Gestión de relaciones El gerente senior debe ser un líder profesional capaz, creíble, capaz de construir y mantener relaciones productivas con el grupo, abogados y compañeros. El Gerente Senior debe promover y defender el trabajo de la investigación global y la Biblioteca dentro de las Américas más amplias. Demostrar requisitos clave de datos conducirá al cambio y desarrollo de habilidades laborales y técnicas para identificar e implementar un entorno operativo de inteligencia artificial. Un pensador creativo y estratégico que puede tanto colaborar como influir. Trata a sus colegas y clientes con respeto y cortesía. Oportunidades de empleo iguales, incluidos los veteranos y las personas discapacitadas A&O Shearman es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades, incluyendo a los veteranos y la discapacidad. Cada individuo tiene el derecho de trabajar en un entorno profesional que promueve la igualdad y prohíbe discriminación y acoso. Esta política HR se aplica a todos los aspectos de la relación del individuo con Transaction & Human Rights Watch (AHRT), incluida la ley sobre reclutamiento, contratación o promoción laboral, si usted solicita cualquier otra condición relacionada con la Ley de Contratación y Desarrollo de Empleo, así como otras condiciones para recibir compensaciones y capacitación sin necesidad de contratar a los estadounidenses. Este cargo está abierto a nuestra oficina de Nueva York. Para las personas asignadas o contratadas para esta oportunidad en New York, el rango anual estimado del salario base para este puesto es de $ 161.000 - $203.000.