Knowledge Lawyer- Fintech

Cliffordchance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifford Chance is seeking a senior-level lawyer or PSL with fintech and digital assets regulatory expertise to support knowledge management and legal training initiatives. The role emphasizes keeping abreast of regulatory developments, high-quality drafting, and proactive service to fee earners and clients.

Experience in knowledge management and training is highly valued, but not strictly required. Strong academic background and excellent communication, organizational skills, and commercial

Qualifications

• Fintech and digital assets regulatory experience.
• Strong research and drafting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive and committed to providing a first class service.

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of fintech and digital asset regulatory developments.
• Provide first-class knowledge management and training to fee earners.
• Engage effectively with partners, clients and industry leaders to translate legal insights.
• Draft high-quality memoranda and briefs on regulatory issues.

Skills

Fintech regulation

Digital assets

Knowledge management

Legal training

Research skills

Drafting

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Description

Your experience

You will be a senior level lawyer or existing Knowledge Lawyer/professional support lawyer (PSL) with fintech and digital assets regulatory expertise and a strong track record of keeping abreast of legal developments in this fast-evolving space.

An interest in knowledge management and legal training is critical, and experience would be an advantage, however you do not necessarily need to be a current Knowledge Lawyer.

You will have an excellent academic background. You will have strong research and drafting skills, good attention to detail and robust organisational skills. You will also be proactive and committed to providing a first class service to our fee earners and clients.

You should have excellent interpersonal and communication and analytical skills along with a high level of commercial awareness and a track record of keeping abreast of legal developments. You will need the ability to engage effectively with key stakeholders, including partners, clients, and industry leaders.

You should also have a strong interest in engaging with legal technology, AI and innovation and prior experience in this area would be beneficial