Information Manager, law (flexible location)

Librarian /Information Manager - United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Ref: 639Friday 3 October 2025

Lead a High-Performing Information Services Team in a Prestigious Legal Environment

A leading provider of legal and business support services is seeking a skilled and experienced Information Manager to head a dedicated Information Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and strategic professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality research and information services to a top-tier law firm client.


Key Responsibilities

  • Client Relationship Management – Act as the main point of contact, managing workflows, reporting, service reviews, and strategic planning with the client.
  • Team Leadership – Line manage and support a team comprising Senior Information Officers, an Information Officer, and offshore Information Analysts.
  • Advanced Research – Conduct and oversee complex legal and business research, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and relevance.
  • Resource & Budget Oversight – Manage the annual budget for information resources, track usage, engage with vendors, and evaluate new tools/databases.
  • Project & Service Development – Support and lead projects, implement service improvements, and promote the function to stakeholders and end users.

About You

  • Minimum 6 years’ experience in a professional information services environment, ideally within a top 200 UK law firm.
  • Confident in dealing with senior stakeholders such as Partners, Business Development, and Marketing Leads.
  • Strong expertise in legal research and information databases, with excellent analytical and enquiry-handling skills.
  • Proven experience in line management, performance development, and team coordination.
  • Skilled in budget management, procurement, and reporting.
  • Educated to degree or postgraduate level in Library/Information Management (or equivalent); CILIP chartership desirable.
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