Commercial & Data Knowledge Lawyer

Michael Page Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Knowledge Lawyer to blend legal expertise with technology innovation. This pivotal role involves delivering AI-driven solutions, thought leadership in legal matters, and managing training initiatives. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years PQE in commercial law, strong background in technology and data protection, and excellent communication skills. The firm offers flexible working and a supportive culture, emphasizing career development within their advanced commercial practice.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive and inclusive culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial contracts and technology law.
• Interest in legal innovation and technology-enabled service delivery.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic AI objectives into practical deliverables.
• Produce thought leadership and market commentary on AI and cybersecurity.
• Design and deliver training programmes.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Technology

Data protection

AI legal frameworks

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

4 years PQE as a Knowledge Lawyer or senior commercial lawyer

Job description

This role combines traditional Knowledge Lawyer responsibilities with a strategic focus on AI-driven innovation and legal technology. You will support commercial, technology, and data teams in delivering market-leading services and developing client-facing solutions.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international law firm with a reputation for excellence and innovation. They work with major global brands across sectors including technology, retail, media, and financial services, offering a collaborative culture and flexible working environment.

Description

Legal Technology, AI & Innovation

• Translate strategic AI objectives into practical deliverables.
• Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI and legal technology for efficiency and client service.
• Collaborate on the design and delivery of client-facing technology and AI-enabled solutions.
• Act as subject matter lead for AI governance and regulatory developments.
• Contribute to the AI product roadmap and support client pilots and demos.

Thought Leadership & Horizon Scanning

• Produce high-quality thought leadership and market commentary on commercial, technology, data protection, AI, and cybersecurity.
• Monitor regulatory and technological developments, particularly AI-related legislation.
• Manage newsletters and updates, and represent the firm at industry events.

Training

• Design and deliver internal and client training programmes on commercial contracting, AI governance, data protection, and cyber risk.
• Manage trainee training programmes and contribute to early talent initiatives.

Knowledge Management

• Maintain and develop precedents, playbooks, guidance notes, and clause banks.
• Capture and disseminate legal know-how and market insights.
• Support pitches, panel responses, and thought leadership initiatives.

Profile

• Minimum 4 years' PQE as a Knowledge Lawyer or senior commercial lawyer.
• Strong background in commercial contracts, technology, outsourcing, data protection, and cyber matters.
• Understanding of AI legal and regulatory frameworks or willingness to develop expertise.
• Experience in knowledge management, precedents, training, or thought leadership.
• Interest in legal innovation and technology-enabled service delivery.
• Excellent drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong organisational and project management capability.
• Collaborative approach and ability to build strong relationships.

Job Offer

• A pivotal role blending legal expertise with innovation and technology.
• Opportunity to lead AI-enabled projects and client-facing solutions.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive culture.
• Career development within a highly ranked commercial and technology practice.