Rankings Research Analyst and Writer

Research Analyst & Writer - WIPR Rankings

18k ZAR per month fixed

Fully remote contractor role in South Africa. Full time, UK hours 9am - 5.30pm, 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

We are seeking an ambitious, motivated and hard-working research analyst and writer to assist with the research and writing of our reports.

WIPR Rankings is the home of authoritative, well-researched, business-essential rankings of intellectual property law firms and lawyers.

The Rankings Research Analyst & Writer is responsible for conducting in-depth desk research, analysing law firm capabilities, and compiling authoritative rankings for WIPR Rankings. The role involves reviewing written submissions, conducting interviews with legal professionals, and distilling qualitative and quantitative information into well-structured reports. The Research Analyst must ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in reporting while maintaining editorial standards.

You will need to be independent minded and intellectually curious. You will also be tasked with writing summaries of the law firms and lawyers in your rankings in a clear and accessible writing style. Research analysts take ownership of the rankings and writing assigned to them and regularly discuss their work with the rankings editor.

This role would suit a recent graduate with a law background or a business journalist with an interest in the legal/IP sector.

Please note this is not a data analyst role.

About us

Newton Media Ltd is a leading publisher of business-to-business magazines, digital content and conferences in the legal, finance, and insurance sectors. Our publications, content and events are trusted by industry professionals worldwide for their timely and insightful coverage.

WIPR Rankings publish rankings reports of intellectual property law firms and lawyers worldwide. We also publish a magazine, World Intellectual Property Review, and host thought leadership events and seminars.

Our culture and our people are our most important assets. We only hire people who are a strong fit for our core values and believe in our vision. We believe that intelligent, driven and diligent people flourish in environments that prioritise trust and independence. We champion transparency, promote open discussion and welcome diverse perspectives throughout all levels at the company.

What’s in it for you

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, financial assistance programme, employee referral scheme.
• Work/Life Balance: Holiday, remote and flexible working, birthday leave.
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing and mental health support.

What you'll be doing

• Compiling original rankings and writing summaries of intellectual property law firms and their lawyers
• Conducting original and insightful research
• Interviewing intellectual property lawyers, their clients and other industry professionals
• Reaching appropriate conclusions on new rankings based on your research
• Writing compelling, clear, concise and easily understood copy
• Maintaining a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail in reports
• You may occasionally meet interviewees in person and attend industry events

Requirements

• Strong business research nous
• A degree; a law, journalism or business degree would be an advantage
• An enquiring mind and ability to quickly grasp the key elements of the different disciplines of intellectual property law in a commercial context and be able to discuss these issues with confidence with leading practitioners globally
• Excellent writing skills, particularly the ability to write clearly and concisely
• Attention to detail
• Ability to draw broad conclusions from a broad range of sources including factual data, written submissions and telephone interviews
• The ability to closely follow house style
• Intellectually curious
• Fluent English speaker.
• Proficient at using different IT systems including Microsoft Office, Google G-Suite, website CMS’s (WordPress or similar) and able to pick up technology easily.

And most importantly..

• Be a nice, friendly and honest person with a cheerful disposition
• Be comfortable working from home

Benefits

Newton Media is committed to fostering and promoting an inclusive professional environment for all of our employees and contractors and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.