Vacancy: Information Specialist, PWC

8 month contract position, closing date 13th November

Job Purpose: The Information and Research Centre supports the Firm in research, business development, knowledge & innovation and in learning & development. The Information Specialist will be part of the IRC team and will contribute to all the services currently offered by the IRC.

Reporting Relationship: The Information Specialist will report to a Manager in the practice for performance appraisal. He/she will work across with a Senior Manager and Manager in the Information and Research Centre

Duties & Responsibilities: As an integrated member of the Information and Research Centre team, duties will include the following: Assist with research and information enquiries Produce weekly alerts covering industry and specialist areas Track industry, government and regulatory developments Manage Knowledge databases Acquire, manage and distribute print and electronic collections Maintain relevant intranet pages and portals

Competencies: The following specific competencies would be expected Understanding of the provision and use of information within commercial organisations. Ability to deliver Information and Reference Services within a professional services firm. Familiarity with technologies used to create, manage, store, disseminate and share information. Advanced Internet Searching Skills. Awareness of the application of Social Media to enhance knowledge sharing and collaboration.

Ideal Candidate Profile: Third level qualification with relevant courses in Information Studies completed as part of a BA, BSocSc or Masters in Library and Information Studies programme Pro-active, flexible and adaptableMotivated to learn and quick to understand new processes Possesses a can-do attitude and an appreciation of the time pressures involved in responding to client needs Highly organised with a track record of accuracy and attention to detail Able to multi-task, think creatively and work well under pressure Professional and efficient with an innate sense of discretion and confidentiality.

Interested candidates should send their CV to tlsireland.recruitment@ie.pwc.com