Researcher at White & Case

Tokyo, , Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research Services, Market Intelligence, Information Services, Knowledge Management, Case Law Research, Company Searches, Request Management System, Online Resources Utilization, News Alerts Preparation, Regulatory Updates, M&A Support, Training Delivery, Vendor Relationship Management

Industry

Description

NA As a Researcher, your main responsibilities include providing research, market intelligence, and information services, as well as developing, organising, and sharing knowledge resources to meet the needs of practice groups. You will assist with both regional and global requests and promote the use of internal and external resources. Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work closely with the Manager, Research & Market Intelligence – APAC, global research colleagues, and Professional Support Lawyers. You will act as a source of legal, market, and practical expertise, providing direct support for client matters and helping lawyers access the latest insights and resources. The roles and responsibilities include: Provide research services—including case law, company searches, and market intelligence—to legal staff and administrative departments locally and globally. Manage and monitor research requests using the Request Management System, collaborating with global Researchers and helping triage and prioritize inquiries. Utilize a range of fee-based, print, and online resources efficiently and cost-effectively for research tasks. Prepare and distribute practice-specific news alerts, regulatory updates, and current awareness newsletters. Conduct company searches, maintain corporate search accounts, and research deal information to support M&A practices. Monitor and report on legal, business, industry, regulatory, and regional news, creating alerts and newsletters as requested. Organize and deliver training and orientation on research tools and knowledge management systems, and mentor trainees, associates, and students in research techniques. Foster relationships with local vendors and assist with acquisitions and access to local resources. This role reports to Manager, Research & Market Intelligence Equal Opportunities White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Note to Recruitment Agencies Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies. Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise. Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

The Researcher will primarily provide research, market intelligence, and information services, focusing on developing and sharing knowledge resources to support practice groups regionally and globally. Key duties include conducting various types of research, managing requests via a system, preparing updates, and organizing training on research tools.