Corporate Practice Development Lawyer

Lusona Consultancy; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Practice Development Lawyer (PDL) to enhance its Corporate & Commercial team. This role involves driving document automation, supporting knowledge management, and collaborating on business development initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong drafting and project management skills, experience in corporate legal documentation, and a proactive attitude towards innovation. Join a dynamic legal team committed to enhancing client services through collaboration and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented legal professional with strong drafting and project management skills.
• Experience with corporate legal documentation and precedents.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation in document automation and management.
• Support the development of knowledge management systems.
• Create materials to support business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Legal tech tools familiarity

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20.08.2025

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Job Description:

Location:Edinburgh or Glasgow
Sector:Legal – Corporate & Commercial

A leading UK law firm is seeking aPractice Development Lawyer (PDL)to join its Corporate & Commercial team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-performing legal practice by driving innovation in document automation, styles and precedents.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing the firm's corporate legal services through:

Document Automation & Management:

Drafting and implementing new corporate styles and precedents Leading automation projects using various platforms Reviewing and updating existing standard documents

• Document Automation & Management:

  Drafting and implementing new corporate styles and precedents Leading automation projects using various platforms Reviewing and updating existing standard documents

Knowledge & Training:

Supporting the development of the firm’s knowledge management systems Delivering internal training and briefings on corporate documentation Assisting with client-facing training and presentations

• Knowledge & Training:

  Supporting the development of the firm’s knowledge management systems Delivering internal training and briefings on corporate documentation Assisting with client-facing training and presentations

Business Development & Collaboration:

Creating content and materials to support business development initiatives Collaborating across practice areas and with external knowledge networks Identifying process improvements to enhance client service delivery

• Business Development & Collaboration:

  Creating content and materials to support business development initiatives Collaborating across practice areas and with external knowledge networks Identifying process improvements to enhance client service delivery

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a detail-oriented legal professional with:

• Strong drafting and project management skills
• Experience with corporate legal documentation and precedents
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work
• Familiarity with legal tech tools
• A passion for knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Why Apply?

This is a chance to join a dynamic and forward-thinking legal team within a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll be part of a supportive environment where your expertise will directly impact the quality and efficiency of legal services delivered to clients.

To find out more, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email [emailprotected]