Knowledge Lawyer - Litigation

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a part-time Knowledge Lawyer to support its growing litigation practice. This role involves enhancing legal training, know-how, and innovation within the Dispute Resolution division. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years' PQE in international commercial litigation and strong organisational skills. The position offers a competitive salary estimated between £75,000 and £100,000, along with a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' PQE in international commercial litigation.
• Experience in areas such as insolvency, fraud, data protection, or white-collar crime.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of internal legal training programmes.
• Assess and implement new tech solutions relevant to dispute work.
• Monitor legal developments and produce internal updates.
• Provide guidance on complex legal and procedural issues.
• Collaborate with compliance teams.

Skills

Excellent organisation skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Strong research capabilities

Interest in training and digital media

Education

England & Wales qualified solicitor

Strong academic background

Job description

• Support litigation teams with training and know-how.
• Lead training and tech innovation in disputes.

About Our Client

A leading international law firm focused on private capital and high-profile individuals is seeking a part-time Knowledge Lawyer to support its growing litigation practice. This newly created role sits within a well-established Knowledge team and will work closely with a Senior Knowledge Lawyer to enhance legal training, know-how, and innovation across the Dispute Resolution division. The firm is known for its collaborative, fast-paced culture and its work with founders, investors, family offices, governments, and global brands. It offers a flexible working environment that encourages initiative, creativity, and personal growth.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Training & Education:
• Lead the planning and delivery of internal legal training programmes.
• Identify relevant topics, prepare materials, source speakers, and chair sessions.
• Deliver training in-person and via digital platforms.
• Legal Technology & Innovation:
• Assess and implement new tech solutions relevant to dispute work.
• Participate in testing, roll-out, and promotion of legal tech tools.
• Knowledge Management:
• Monitor legal developments and produce internal updates and bulletins.
• Revise and maintain precedents and guidance notes.
• Encourage and curate fee-earner contributions to the firm's know-how system.
• Legal Research & Support:
• Provide guidance on complex legal and procedural issues.
• Assist fee-earners with research and strategic input.
• Risk & Compliance:
• Collaborate with compliance teams to maintain documentation and procedures.

The Successful Applicant

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' PQE in international commercial litigation.
• Experience in specialist areas such as insolvency, fraud, data protection, or white-collar crime.

Qualifications:

• England & Wales qualified solicitor.
• Strong academic background.

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent organisation, communication, and project management skills.
• Strong research capabilities and familiarity with legal databases and journals.
• Interest in training and digital media.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across jurisdictions.

What\'s on Offer

• A competitive salary estimated between £75,000 and £100000, depending on experience.
• Contract: Part-time (3 days minimum), with potential to expand to full-time
• Probation Period: 6 months
• Notice Period: 12 weeks
• Benefits: Flexible benefits package available.

If you are passionate about knowledge management and litigation, we encourage you to apply.