Construction Knowledge Lawyer

Michael Page Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London law firm is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer with at least four years PQE in non-contentious construction law. The role involves planning training programmes, managing precedents, and monitoring legal developments, all within a collaborative partner-led environment. This opportunity allows for involvement in high-profile projects and professional growth while working on innovative precedent automation strategies. Flexible working is offered to ensure a better work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working - four-day schedule

Involvement in high-profile projects

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum four years' PQE in non-contentious construction law.
• Experience as a knowledge lawyer or interest in transitioning.
• Sound understanding of property/construction law.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering construction training programmes.
• Monitoring and briefing on legal developments.
• Assisting with know-how, precedents, and initiatives.
• Drafting and updating standard forms and guidance notes.

Skills

Qualified lawyer with minimum four years' PQE in non-contentious construction law

Previous knowledge lawyer experience or strong interest in moving into this area

Proactive and self-motivated

High-quality work under pressure

Commitment to delivering expert technical support

Education

Strong academic background (2:1 degree or above)

Job description

My client is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer with at least four years' PQE to join a leading Construction and Engineering team on a 4 day per week basis. The role focuses on training, know-how development, precedent management, and legal updates, offering the chance to work on high-profile projects within a collaborative, partner-led environment.

Client Details

Our client is a leading independent London law firm with strong international reach, advising on complex, high-value matters across corporate, real estate, and private client sectors. They are known for their partner-led approach and lean team structure, which ensures lawyers work closely with senior practitioners and gain meaningful involvement in sophisticated transactions and disputes.

The firm places a strong emphasis on personal connections and collaboration, creating an environment where people know each other and work together seamlessly across departments. They invest heavily in training and long-term career development, offering opportunities to shape your expertise while contributing to market-leading work.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Education & Training: Planning and delivering construction training programmes; supporting internal education at trainee and departmental level.
• Legislative & Case Law Updates: Monitoring and briefing the team on legal developments.
• Internal Counsel Support: Assisting fee earners with know-how, precedents, and departmental initiatives.
• Precedent Management: Drafting and updating standard forms, guidance notes, and supporting automation projects.

Profile

The Candidate

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Knowledge Lawyer or an Associate seeking to transition into a knowledge role.

Essential skills:

• Qualified lawyer with minimum four years' PQE in non-contentious construction law.
• Previous knowledge lawyer experience or strong interest in moving into this area.
• Strong academic background (2:1 degree or above) and sound understanding of property/construction law.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to produce high-quality work under pressure.
• Commitment to delivering expert technical support in a practical, commercial context.

Job Offer

What's on Offer

• Flexible working - four-day schedule for better work-life balance.
• High-profile projects - involvement in landmark developments across sectors.
• Collaborative culture - partner-led teams with real opportunities for input.
• Professional growth - transition into or advance within a specialist knowledge role.
• Innovation focus - contribute to precedent automation and knowledge strategy.