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Apologies for the cross-posting... LibGig, an LAC Group company, has an immediate opening for a full-time Research Associate at a prestigious consulting firm with offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative individual who has vision and enthusiasm to join a global Information Resource team with an established and expanding firm. Responsibilities: * Work with global consulting staff on a wide range of research projects using information tools and proprietary databases to provide information for client projects and business development initiatives; * Provide quick solutions and in-depth research, current awareness services, competitive intelligence and special research to support staff; * Work with information resources team members from other regions to continue to build a global research function through sharing work and experiences; * Help educate consulting staff on research issues and train them on end-user products; * Assist in marketing and developing information services to staff globally; Requirements: * Advanced degree in one of the following is required: Masters of Information/Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an accredited program or Masters (MBA) in business or economics or law; * Minimum of 2 years' experience working in a research environment providing business, legal or financial information; * Understanding/knowledge and experience with database services such as: Bloomberg, CapIQ, Factset, ThomsonOne, Datastream, SNL Financial, SNL Energy, BvD Orbis, Factiva, legal databases (Lexis Nexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law); * Ability to prioritize, problem solve, respond quickly to requests and handle a workload requiring creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive thought processes; * Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills; * Fluency in English is required and proficiency in one or more European languages is a plus; * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sharepoint. To apply, visit: https://goo.gl/psfdJW Katy Davis Recruiting Assistant LibGig - LAC Group (323)302-9432 [log in to unmask]