Job Description

Hybrid role - 3 days in office - 18-month contract

We are seeking a bilingual (French/English) Research Librarian for an 18-month contract in our Montreal or Quebec City office to provide civil and common law research, deliver current awareness, and support national projects and initiatives.


Reporting to the Library Services Senior Manager, the role delivers legal and business research to support client mandates and business development initiatives.


The role requires a service-focused professional with a drive to innovate new ways to support the practice, and who embraces change, thinks creatively, and approaches challenges with curiosity.

You will be focusing on:

Conduct high-level legal and business research, often on a tight deadline, and synthesize results for efficient lawyer, client, and staff use Ensure lawyers remain up to date on new legislation and legal developments in their practices through curated current awareness, monitoring, and media updates Deliver effective training for lawyers, students, and staff on research methods, technologies, and resources Assist in the evaluation and maintenance of cost-effective information services that are aligned with the strategic direction of the firm and our practice areas Work with local and national colleagues on special projects related to library infrastructure, collection management, and resource access Support national strategic and business plans for Clients & Markets in conjunction with the firm's goals

What you bring to the role:

Master's degree in library science with a minimum 2 years of law library experience, or a combination of relevant education and experience within law libraries Familiarity with legal research techniques and strong knowledge of major legal and business resources, including Capital IQ, La Reference, Lexis+, Practical Law, Soquij, and Westlaw Edge Canada Demonstrated presentation and teaching skills Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to take initiative while participating in collaborative decision making and team projects Interest and aptitude to establish and maintain effective working relationships across our organization Creative and flexible thinker who seeks new or reinventing opportunities Thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities while balancing a focus on detail and accuracy
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Norton Rose Fulbright is a large international legal practice with multiple offices around the world. Its clientele is also international, so we must be able to provide services in English and in French. As a result, a good working knowledge of both languages is required, since you will communicate frequently with managers and/or colleagues in other provinces.

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embrace a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.


To find out more about how we integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do please click Diversity, equity and inclusion | Canada | Global law firm | Norton Rose Fulbright .


If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruiting process, please inform us in the recruitment application. We will contact you to further discuss your need.


Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. Norton Rose Fulbright has a duty to accommodate those who are unable to get vaccinated due to protected grounds. For applicants who require an accommodation, please contact us to discuss further.

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