Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Legal Investigator on behalf of a nationally recognized plaintiff-side law firm with a St. Louis office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, investigative, and detail-oriented professional who enjoys meeting people, uncovering facts, and contributing...

The Legal Investigator will work closely with attorneys and litigation teams to develop case strategy through client interviews, witness outreach, research, document analysis, and trial support. Responsibilities include conducting detailed interviews with clients, locating and interviewing witnesses, investigating job sites, performing extensive factual and legal research, drafting memoranda, reviewing documents, and supporting trial teams.

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Legal Investigator on behalf of a nationally recognized plaintiff-side law firm with a St. Louis office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, investigative, and detail-oriented professional who enjoys meeting people, uncovering facts, and contributing to meaningful litigation. The Legal Investigator will work closely with attorneys and litigation teams to develop case strategy through client interviews, witness outreach, research, document analysis, and trial support. This position is primarily on-site and requires significant travel throughout the United States, often on short notice. Candidates must have the ability to rent and drive a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can quickly build trust with clients and witnesses from diverse backgrounds. Individuals with hands-on experience in industries such as construction, automotive, shipbuilding, manufacturing, industrial trades, electrical work, or similar fields are strongly encouraged to apply, as that background can be particularly valuable when evaluating work histories and exposure-related claims. Experience conducting interviews, performing research, analyzing complex information, and traveling regularly for business is highly preferred.

In this role, responsibilities will include conducting detailed interviews with clients regarding their employment histories and workplace exposures; locating and interviewing witnesses; investigating job sites, job functions, and product exposure histories; performing extensive factual and legal research; drafting memoranda and investigative summaries; reviewing large volumes of documents to identify relevant evidence; and supporting trial teams through witness coordination, trial preparation, and jury selection activities. The position also requires frequent travel to client and witness locations, including overnight and short-notice trips.

Successful candidates will possess exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to put clients at ease while gathering sensitive and complex information. Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills are essential, along with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment. Candidates should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and fellow investigators. Strong computer proficiency, effective verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to efficiently process and synthesize large amounts of information are critical to success in this role.

A high school diploma is required, and additional college coursework or a bachelor's degree is preferred. Above all, the firm is seeking motivated professionals who demonstrate initiative, adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to learning new information quickly.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/

Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.

Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

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Additional college coursework or a bachelor's degree

Hands-on experience in industries such as construction, automotive, shipbuilding, manufacturing, industrial trades, electrical work

Experience traveling regularly for business

High school diploma is required

Experience conducting interviews

Experience performing research

Experience analyzing complex information

Interviewing

Research

Document Analysis

Trial Support

Communication

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Computer Proficiency

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Legal Investigator

Company Description

This announcement has been amended to reflect changes to the application deadline. Applicants who have already applied during filing period August 13, 2026 through August 27, 2026 need not reapply and will be included in the applicant pool.

8/27/2026: Extended application deadl...

Conduct complex investigations of alleged violations of ethics, conflicts of interest, campaign finance, lobbying, whistleblower protection, and public disclosure laws. Develop legal strategy to evaluate allegations, evidence, applicable law, regulations, and policies. Communicate with the subjects of investigations and their representatives regarding case resolution options, negotiate and draft settlement agreements, and prepare legal documents necessary for administrative hearings.

Company Description

This announcement has been amended to reflect changes to the application deadline. Applicants who have already applied during filing period August 13, 2026 through August 27, 2026 need not reapply and will be included in the applicant pool.

8/27/2026: Extended application deadline to September 4, 2026

9/4/2026: Amended deadline to on-going until filled

Application Opening: August 13, 2026
Application Deadline: On-going until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.
Compensation Range: $126,126 to $153,296

Appointment Type: This is a Temporary Exempt (TEX) Category 17 Appointment from Civil Service rules pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section 10.104-17. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. Duration of this Temporary Exempt Category 17 appointment is limited to two (2) years per CSC Rule 114, Article VI, Sec. 114.26.7.

ABOUT THE COMMISSION

The San Francisco Ethics Commission was created by the City’s voters with the passage of Proposition K in November 1993. Our mission is to practice and promote the highest standards of integrity in government. We achieve that by shaping and promoting compliance with the laws and by delivering impactful programs that promote fair, transparent, and accountable governmental decision making for the benefit of all San Franciscans. The Ethics Commission is responsible for the independent and impartial administration and enforcement of laws related to campaign finance, public financing of candidates, governmental ethics, conflicts of interest, and registration and reporting by lobbyists, campaign consultants, permit consultants, and major developers.

ABOUT THE TEAM

To fulfill the Ethics Commission’s oversight mandate as an independent administrative enforcement agency, the Enforcement Division is charged with ensuring fair, thorough, and timely investigations and case outcomes that serve as an effective deterrent and promote accountability in government. The Division has responsibility to identify, investigate, and pursue penalties for unlawful conduct within the scope of the Commission’s jurisdiction. The Division’s investigators are responsible for fully and objectively investigating and resolving potential violations of the law to ensure that those who violate the law are held publicly accountable for their actions.

Job Description

The Commission is seeking a Senior Investigator & Legal Analyst with solid analytical, legal, and investigative skills, exceptional judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to accountable government to perform and resolve highly complex, sensitive, and detailed investigations. As a member of the Enforcement Division, the Senior Investigator & Legal Analyst will play a central role in developing the Commission’s capacity to identify, investigate, and resolve matters of significant complexity and heightened public harm, including by initiating new matters based on self-generated leads. In particular, the individual in this position will specialize in legal analysis and case resolution, including negotiating settlements with respondents, drafting probable cause reports and hearing briefs, and arguing cases at administrative hearings before the Ethics Commission.

This position reports to the Ethics Commission’s Director of Enforcement.

As with all positions at the Ethics Commission, the Senior Investigator & Legal Analyst must be willing to forego involvement in all local political activity while a member of the Commission staff and publicly file an annual Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).

Important and Essential Duties

Essential duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:

Conduct complex investigations of alleged violations of ethics, conflicts of interest, campaign finance, lobbying, whistleblower protection, and public disclosure laws.
Develop legal strategy to evaluate allegations, evidence, applicable law, regulations, and policies and apply sound independent judgment to determine case resolution strategy, including identifying matters to be prosecuted before the five-member Commission.
Communicate with the subjects of investigations and their representatives regarding case resolution options, based on a full assessment of the facts, law, and evidence, and negotiate and draft settlement agreements.
In coordination with the Director of Enforcement develop, negotiate, and present written stipulated settlements for Commission consideration.
Prepare probable cause reports, responses to rebuttals, pre-hearing briefs, witness lists and exhibits, motions, and other legal documents necessary to obtain a complete administrative record.
Present cases before the Executive Director and the Ethics Commission through formal conferences and hearings as needed.
Represent the Division before the five-member Commission at administrative hearings, including by offering objections, taking testimony, submitting written and oral evidence, and providing oral argument.
Assist with the implementation of the revised Enforcement regulations including changing enforcement procedures, revising protocol documents, creating guidance materials, updating related information on the Commission’s website, providing training for Enforcement staff, and sharing information with other divisions.
Identify potential violations of the law, both by evaluating complaints filed with the Commission and through proactive investigative work.
Perform highly complex, sensitive, and detailed investigative and/or legal research pertaining to alleged violations of the law to support the effectiveness of the Ethics Commission’s mandate as an independent administrative enforcement agency.
Identify and obtain a wide range of information and source documents to elicit factual information and evaluate compliance with laws within the Commission’s jurisdiction, including through investigative research, document requests, the exercise of subpoena power, and witness interviews.
In coordination with the Director of Enforcement, assist in reviewing and proposing improvements to investigative and case resolution processes, including the Commission’s hearing process.
Analyze and evaluate data and information to identify facts and develop evidence-based conclusions.
Collaborate with other Division members to develop investigative strategies and case theories.
Prepare and present investigative reports, including detailed exhibits to summarize complex data and other relevant information and document findings, and make recommendations to resolve investigative outcomes, including advising the Director of Enforcement and Executive Director regarding potential dismissals, warning letters, probable cause, and penalties.
Perform administrative and management duties as assigned, including regular progress updates and assisting management in program reporting and resource planning.
Act as an investigative, enforcement and/or legal resource as assigned for other units at the Commission to provide general enforcement context for policy development or other matters.
Represent Enforcement Division or Ethics Commission with other city departments or external parties, including the Controller’s, City Attorney’s, and District Attorney’s Offices, as assigned.
Promote knowledge sharing among staff members and assist in cross-training team members on policies, procedures, regulations, systems, operations, and processes related to programs administered.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, senior management, representatives of other departments/agencies, officials, contractors, and the public to achieve organizational goals.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information obtained through the course of completing assignments while working comfortably in an open government environment.
Supervise and train interns, temporary staff, or other staff on project basis, as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including periodic attendance and/or presentation at Commission meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
Three(3) years full-time equivalent experience performing professional-level analytical work. Qualifying professional-level analytical work includes analysis, development, administration, and reporting in major programs and functions of an organization in the areas of budgets, contracts, grants, policy, or other functional areas related to the duties of positions in the 182X Class series.

Substitution:

Possession of a graduate degree (Master's degree or higher) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in specialized subject matter areas such as public or business administration, management, business law, contract law, public policy, urban studies, economics, statistical analysis, finance, accounting or other fields of study closely related to the essential functions of positions in the Class series may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.
Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of 2 years). Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one year.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

During the selection process the following desirable qualifications may be used to identify applicants selected to become a job finalist.

Possession of a Law degree
Prior professional experience planning and performing complex investigations, research, and analysis and developing well-supported findings and recommendations.
Prior professional experience working on matters involving governmental ethics, campaign finance, lobbying or in related areas of government oversight.
Prior professional experience working in an oversight, regulatory, administrative, or law enforcement agency.
Demonstrated ability to plan and complete projects with high quality and on time, including effective use of organizational systems to regularly track and report on progress toward established goals and objectives.
Experience working objectively, efficiently, and effectively under strict deadlines and in highly visible, highly sensitive or highly politicized settings.

Additional Information

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please complete the online application and attach a copy of your resume and a cover letter/statement of interest.

Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience and education. Additional mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine candidate’s qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to continue in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the process. Applicants selected to advance to the interview process will be contacted by phone or email. Typically, interviews are conducted remotely.

The successful candidate should expect to perform their duties in a hybrid work environment with at least four days onsite per week per current City policy. Additionally, any City employee may be called in for Disaster Service Work duty or to work onsite with 24-hours’ notice.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

Information About the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Worker
ADA Accommodation
Veterans Preference
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
Diversity Statement

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please send your inquiries to tina.lim@sfgov.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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Possession of a Law degree

Prior professional experience planning and performing complex investigations

Prior professional experience working on matters involving governmental ethics, campaign finance, lobbying

Demonstrated ability to plan and complete projects with high quality and on time

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university

Three(3) years full-time equivalent experience performing professional-level analytical work

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