Commercial & Data Knowledge Lawyer

Bydand Recruitment Services Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 97,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international law firm is seeking an experienced Knowledge Lawyer to enhance its Commercial and Technology practice in London. The role involves leading knowledge management, overseeing AI-driven legal solutions, and supporting complex commercial contracts and data protection matters. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of PQE, strong skills in technology and commercial law, along with a keen interest in legal innovation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the firm's AI and knowledge strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' PQE as a Knowledge Lawyer or senior commercial lawyer.
• Strong background in technology and data protection.
• Experience in drafting and managing legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead knowledge management and best-practice guidance.
• Translate AI strategy into practical solutions.
• Design internal and client training programs.

Skills

Knowledge management

AI and legal technology

Commercial contracts

Data protection

Project management

Communication

Education

Law degree

Job description

Commercial & Data Knowledge Lawyer

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial & Data Lawyer to join its award-winning Commercial and Technology practice in London. This is a rare opportunity for an established Knowledge Lawyer, or a senior commercial lawyer looking to transition from fee earning to play a central role in shaping the firm's knowledge, innovation and legal technology strategy.

Title: Knowledge Lawyer

Location: London

Salary: Up to £115,000

The Role

You will support market‑leading Commercial, Technology Outsourcing and Data & Cyber teams, working on a combination of commercial contracts, technology, data protection, AI and legal innovation. The role combines high‑level knowledge management with a strategic mandate to drive AI‑enabled solutions, client‑facing products and enhanced service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading knowledge management, precedents and best‑practice guidance across commercial, technology, outsourcing and data matters
• Translating AI and legal‑tech strategy into practical tools, workflows and client‑facing solutions
• Supporting lawyers on complex commercial, technology, outsourcing, data protection and cyber matters
• Producing thought leadership, horizon scanning and regulatory insight (including AI governance)
• Designing and delivering internal and client training programmes
• Collaborating with legal tech, IT, risk and BD teams to improve efficiency and client delivery
• Supporting pitches, panel responses and innovation initiatives

About You

• Experienced Knowledge Lawyer or senior commercial lawyer (at least 4+ years' PQE)
• Strong background in commercial contracts, technology, outsourcing, data protection and cyber
• Demonstrated interest in AI, legal innovation and technology‑enabled service delivery
• Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical guidance
• Excellent drafting, communication and project‑management skills

Why This Role?

This is a top top‑tier Commercial & Technology practice, highly ranked in Chambers and Legal 500 and you will have chance to shape the firm's approach to AI, innovation and knowledge strategy and work on transformational projects.

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