Commercial Litigation Knowledge Lawyer

An opportunity for a Knowledge Lawyer to support a highly regarded Commercial Disputes team at a major international law firm. The role combines technical legal support, training, thought leadership, business development and legal innovation, helping shape the team’s market profile and knowledge strategy.

Client Details

Our client is a large international law firm with an established reputation across a broad range of practice areas. With a significant UK and international presence, the firm advises a diverse client base ranging from multinational organisations and major institutions to public sector bodies, and is known for its collaborative culture, investment in innovation and commitment to professional development.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical legal support to lawyers across the Commercial Disputes practice
• Monitoring legal and procedural developments and assessing their impact on clients and the business
• Leading or contributing to thought leadership initiatives, including articles, briefings, webinars, podcasts and client publications
• Supporting business development and marketing activity through legal insight and market analysis
• Developing and delivering legal training programmes
• Working closely with knowledge management, learning and development, and business services teams
• Supporting the adoption of AI, legal technology and innovation initiatives
• Mentoring junior colleagues and promoting knowledge sharing across the team
• Building relationships with key stakeholders across the firm and wider legal market

Profile

• England & Wales qualified lawyer
• Approximately 5+ years’ PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution
• Strong technical understanding of commercial disputes, arbitration and ADR
• Experience in a Knowledge Lawyer/PSL role preferred, though comparable experience will be considered
• Excellent drafting, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience developing and delivering legal training
• Interest in legal technology, innovation and knowledge management
• Commercially minded, organised and collaborative approach

Job Offer

• High-profile Knowledge Lawyer position within a leading disputes practice
• Broad remit spanning legal know-how, training, thought leadership and innovation
• Opportunity to influence AI and legal technology initiatives
• Collaborative and well-resourced knowledge function
• Exposure to complex commercial litigation and arbitration matters
• Flexible working options
• Strong platform for long-term career development and progression