IMS Consulting & Expert Services Hiring for Researcher/Sourcer Job at Remote Full Time

IMS Consulting & Expert Services delivers award-winning consultative trial and expert services for the most influential global firms through every stage of litigation. Combining the perspectives and proprietary methods developed over 30 years and more than 2,000 trials, IMS provides attorneys with the essential services they need to win: integrated strategy, expert witness placement, jury consulting, trial graphics, and trial presentation. With strategic locations in major U.S. markets, the IMS team is primed to support in-person and remote litigation needs from coast-to-coast. More at expertservices.com.

A Researcher partners with Recruiters and Client Managers to identify our client’s needs and provide them with eligible subject matter expert(s). A Researcher’s primary responsibility is sourcing potentially qualified experts and consultants to work in support of our clients’ major litigation cases.

Qualified Research candidates will have extensive knowledge of internet search engine capabilities and hands-on experience conducting research or sourcing people on the internet. The position encompasses a fast-paced use of the world-wide-web to locate specialists in any industry or discipline.

Successful candidates will be self-starters that are analytical and critical thinkers. Superior time management, organizational and detail skills are required. This individual must be comfortable and confident researching fields, topics, industries and subject matter in which they have minimal knowledge or exposure.

This is a great opportunity to join a thriving company in a dynamic and interesting field. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a fun, virtual environment.

Location (Where will you be working?)

• This position is 100% remote that supports east to west coast time zones.
• Remote position is for the following states: AL, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MS, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, PA, TN, TX, SC, UT, VA,

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Listen to clients, read and interpret case summaries in order to identify characteristics of potential experts
• Conduct internet research to gain understanding of project subject matters and to identify potential expert candidates to consult on the projects
• Input and maintain expert contact information into ATS database
• Employ creativity, critical thinking and team communication skills to adjust research strategy as needed
• Multi-task and complete multiple expert searches within time sensitive deadlines

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Must be highly proficient in typing, utilizing search engines and conducting advanced internet research
• Demonstrates proficiency in sourcing and understanding new scientific, technical and business topics
• Practices excellent time management and works efficiently under pressure with critical deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities with little direction
• Produces high volume of quality/accurate work
• Extremely reliable and assertive as a team player
• Seizes ownership and accountability for responsibilities and on-time delivery of service for clients
• Demonstrates strong listening, conversational and communication skills

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• BS/BA degree strongly preferred
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in internet research and/or sourcing
• Excellent typing skills (60+ word per minute)
• Experience with Contact Management Database programs preferred
• Law/consulting firm experience a plus
• Experience in the recruiting/staffing industry a plus
• Proficient in a Microsoft Office environment (OneNote/Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Experience:

• Research: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote