Corporate Knowledge Lawyer

MRA Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

London-based US law firm is seeking an experienced Professional Support Lawyer for its Corporate M&A / PE group. The role focuses on shaping knowledge strategy, drafting precedents, and advising on complex corporate matters.

The candidate should have 5+ years PQE in corporate/M&A, PE, from a leading City or international firm, with excellent drafting and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE in corporate/M&A, PE at a leading City or international firm.
• Strong grasp of corporate law and market practice.
• Interest in knowledge, innovation, and training.
• Excellent drafting, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver a knowledge and training strategy for the team.
• Draft and maintain precedents, practice notes, and how-to guides.
• Keep lawyers updated on latest legal and market developments.
• Advise on complex corporate law and transactional queries.
• Collaborate with research, innovation, and BD to integrate tools into workflows.
• Support client-facing initiatives, including training and thought leadership.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Law degree

Qualified in UK (Solicitor/Barrister)

Job description

Corporate M&A / PE – Professional Support Lawyer (London)

A reputable US law firm is seeking an experienced Professional Support Lawyer / diversifying fee-earner to join its Corporate M&A / PE team in London. This is a strategic role, central to supporting one of the market’s most active and high-profile M&A & PE practices.

The Role

As part of the Corporate M&A / PE group, you’ll:

• Shape and deliver a knowledge and training strategy for the team
• Draft and maintain precedents, practice notes, and “how to” guides
• Keep lawyers up to date on the latest legal and market developments
• Act as a trusted adviser on complex corporate law and transactional queries
• Collaborate with colleagues across research, innovation, and business development to integrate knowledge tools into practice workflows
• Support client-facing initiatives, including training, alerts, and thought leadership

About You

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE in corporate/M&A, PE ideally from a leading City or international firm
• Strong grasp of Corporate law and market practice
• Demonstrable interest in knowledge, innovation, and training
• Excellent drafting, communication, and collaboration skills
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities