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Research Librarian (6 month maternity cover)
| Contract type | Fixed-term |
|---|---|
| Location | London |
| Closing date | 17 July 2009 |
| Contact name | Joanne Graves, Human Resources |
| Company | Lewis Silkin LLP |
| Contact email | recruit@lewissilkin.com |
The position is to work as part of a team of four to provide library and information services to internal clients. The Research Librarian will have responsibility for distribution of serials, maintaining circulation lists and liaising with suppliers over subscriptions and missing parts.
In addition, you will undertake some enquiry work, interrogation of databases to compile client related newsletters and bulletins, current awareness, participation in LRC run training sessions, along with project work as required. The position will also provide support for business development projects, as well as some administrative duties for the team.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, organisational and multi-tasking skills, along with the desire to learn. Sound IT skills and experience of Westlaw, Lawtel and PLC are desirable, although training will be given on all legal databases and the library management system, KnowAll.
You will be library qualified or have equivalent experience. Previous law firm or legal background would be advantageous.
For further information or to apply please send your CV and covering letter by email to recruit@lewissilkin.com or in writing to Joanne Graves, Human Resources, Lewis Silkin LLP, 5 Chancery Lane, Clifford’s Inn, London EC4A 1BL.
