The role Clifford Chance is seeking a full-time Senior Reference Librarian, based in the New York, Washington, DC, or Houston office. The Senior Reference Librarian is responsible for delivering high-level legal and non-legal research and reference services to attorneys, paralegals, and business professional staff. This role ensures that information needs are met efficiently, accurately, and cost-effectively through in-depth research support, sound judgment, and exceptional client service. This position will report to the Library Manager. Key responsibilities: Conduct high-quality statutory, administrative, and case law research across multiple jurisdictions Research and retrieve sample SEC disclosures, including offering documents, M&A transaction materials, material agreements, and periodic filings Utilize online and print secondary sources to provide authoritative guidance on a wide range of legal and business topics Assemble comprehensive legislative and regulatory history materials Research trends in capital markets and M&A transactions across various industries and geographies Compile company intelligence, including corporate profiles, financial information, news, and executive biographies Assemble comprehensive legislative and regulatory history materials. Create and manage alerts to monitor developments in news, regulations, SEC disclosures, and court filings Leverage advanced research platforms and embedded generative AI tools (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis) and standalone tools such as Microsoft Copilot to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and insightfulness of research deliverables