LAC Group seeks experienced and service-oriented Senior Researcher on behalf of our client, The Boston Consulting Group (BCG), a global management consulting firm and the world’s leading advisor on business strategy. The Senior Researcher will play integral role successfully manage a large number of high volume projects and must thrive in a learning rich, fast-paced, deadline oriented yet thoughtful environment.  The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver with a passion of excellence who will mentor and coach more junior staff to foster an environment of apprenticeship and knowledge sharing.  S/he will communicate in a clear and concise manner with a positive and engaged face to the customer and will assist in building a loyal customer base for Data and Research Services. Work location is Boston, MA.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies practical, timely and sometimes innovative research approaches; as needed, clarifies request objectives with internal customers ensuring superior customer service standards throughout all interactions; evaluates data quality
• Demonstrates proficiency in conducting comprehensive and high-quality general and at times, industry-specific research independently (e.g., pattern recognition in research)
• Collects, summarizes and synthesizes relevant data and information into appropriate, concise, timely and highly effective output (e.g., email, word, excel, PPT),
• Successfully manages a large volume of requests in a timely fashion, with high-level of accuracy and organization
• Develops deep expertise in specialized research tools, databases and sources; may focus on specific data classes (e.g., demographics, micro-economics, commodities, etc)
• Takes pro-active role in quality control process for DRS and coaches and mentors more junior staff
• Acts as a backup for the Research Team Leader across multiple layers of responsibilities (e.g., request coordination, scoping, etc)
• Contributes to building “best in class research function” by partnering directly with consultants and Practice Areas to understand knowledge needs; proactively identifies knowledge gaps; suggests improvements in the research process; helps develop the overall DRS service portfolio
• Supports more complex research products (e.g., press packs)

Qualifications:

• 4-7+ years of advanced research experience  within professional services firms, academia, government or equivalent
• University degree with demonstrated high academic achievement; advanced degree in business research related field is preferred but not required (e.g., Master of Library Science (MLS), etc)
• Proven research and database capabilities; focus on specialized areas a plus
• Potential hours of operation for DRS will be 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Your full-time work schedule will be discussed and confirmed once you join the team and may be subject to modification based on the business needs
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Effective prioritizing and multi-tasking ability
• Superior written/verbal communication skills
• Solid problem-solving orientation, ability to work in a fast-paced, team and customer-oriented environment
• Sound business knowledge; highly developed understanding of research techniques and information sources/databases
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

To apply: http://goo.gl/MIFkX

LAC Group seeks a Conflicts Analyst for a prestigious corporate client located in Boston, MA.  The
Conflict Analyst is responsible for performing conflict checks,
assisting in the resolution of actual or potential conflicts and
coordinating the case intake process. Responsibilities also include
assistance with various projects undertaken by the legal team, at the
direction of in-house legal counsel the Conflict and Compliance Manager. 

Responsibilities:

• Conflict Checks – Research requests for client conflict
  checks using Elite and other on-line resources, and assist in the
  identification of potential conflicts;
• Together
  with the Conflict and Compliance Manager, assist in the resolution of
  conflicts which requires interaction with legal counsel, the conflict
  committee and managing principals and senior staff;
• Create
  and maintain information screens between conflicting cases using IntApp
  and other resources, to ensure compliance with such information
  screens;
• Prepare necessary reports to support the conflict, intake and case management function;
• Work
  with the finance team in the management and operation of Elite to
  ensure case, client and related party information is comprehensive and
  accurate;
• Research – Conduct database research for new case leads;
• Contract
  Management – Work with others in the legal department to track and
  review case-related documents such as engagement letters and
  nondisclosure agreements to ensure compliance with restrictions or
  agreed-upon terms and provide other contract management functions as
  necessary.

 Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong PC capability; Word, Excel, SharePoint experience; experience with billing/conflicts databases;
• Equivalent work experience in a professional service firm;
• Bachelor’s degree required;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule dictated by business needs;
• Research skills.

See: http://careers.lac-group.com/ts2__JobDetails?jobId=a0EA000000DOdRzMAL&tSource=

Location: Analysis Group, Boston, MA

Summary:
Primarily using CourtLink and other online databases and information sources, the Research Specialist will support the marketing team’s case and business development-related research requests.

Typical assignments will include:
fulfilling expert research requests, retrieving and summarizing information gathered on court cases for consultants’ leads, retrieving articles, and searching and preparing summaries of news on legal issues in support of consultant requests.

This job is ideal for a candidate who has the intellectual curiosity to be creative; the tenacity to track down needed information; the capacity to filter large amounts of data; and the ability to problem-solve with a very high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
*Provide high quality, thoughtful marketing-related research using internal and external research tools including CourtLink, Law360, Bloomberg Law, LexisNexis, and Factiva
*Assist the research team in lead tracking by updating case dockets, identifying case details (counsel involved, dockets, complaints, etc.), and both creating and updating leads in our CRM system (InterAction)
*Research legal and practice-specific news
*Using our online databases and news sources, produce news summaries, company/individual dossiers, and industry/practice-specific profiles in support of business development initiatives
*Assist with various marketing-related efforts, as needed

Relationships:
*Support the Business Development Manager and Senior Business Development Specialist in fulfilling research requests from consulting staff and the marketing team
*Work closely with all members of the marketing team to provide support on business development outreach and lead generation activities

Qualifications:
*Bachelor’s degree and one to two years of professional experience; Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) preferred
*Ideal candidate will have business research experience in the legal or professional services industry
*Proficient in searching online research databases; prior experience with LexisNexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law or other online legal databases preferred
*Interest in legal issues and on cases currently being litigated
*Must have solid research skills as well as good analytical and critical reasoning skills
*Must be able to organize, plan and work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and be flexible in order to respond to shifting demands
*Accuracy, attention to detail, and problem solving ability are critical
*Must exhibit a desire to learn, participate and take ownership of workload

Physical Demands:
*Engage in office work using a computer and telephone

Factors for Assessing Performance (Functional Competencies):
*Functional/Technical Capabilities – Demonstrates technical competence and effectively delivers support in area of expertise
*Customer Service – Responsive to internal and external requests; provides high quality service and support
*Communication – Communicates clearly and listens to requests effectively
*Teamwork/Working Characteristics – Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others and independently. Demonstrates initiative and ownership
*Project Management – Effectively manages projects, meeting necessary deadlines
*Problem Resolution – Resolves problems quickly and effectively

Nothing in this Job Description restricts Analysis Group, Inc.’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.  This position is at will, which means that it can be terminated by the employee holding the position or by Analysis Group, Inc. at any time,
with or without cause or notice.

Application Process:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Victoria Hopcroft at
vhopcroft@analysisgroup.com