Knowledge Management Lawyer - Corporate

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Knowledge Management Lawyer to support its M&A practice group. The role involves monitoring legal developments, drafting knowledge tools, and contributing to training programmes. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with extensive experience in M&A. The position offers a competitive compensation package with additional benefits, including health insurance and pension plans.

Benefits

Health insurance

Group income protection and life assurance

Pension plan

Wellness initiatives

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales.
• Minimum five years' post-qualification experience in M&A.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments.
• Draft and maintain knowledge tools to support legal work.
• Contribute to training programmes and thought leadership content.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Proactive and independent work

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

The firm is seeking a Knowledge Management Lawyer to join its leading M&A practice group in London. The role involves supporting the delivery of a wide range of knowledge resources for lawyers working in M&A and Emerging Companies. The position is based in the London office and may offer a hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legal, regulatory, and market developments, and communicate updates through bulletins, training sessions, or other formats
• Draft and maintain standard forms, templates, guidance notes, and other knowledge tools to support market leading legal work
• Contribute to the group's training programmes, including substantive legal training and onboarding support
• Analyse market trends and assist in preparing internal market surveys
• Support the development and delivery of thought leadership content, including drafting and editing articles
• Participate in external forums and engage with the wider legal community to stay informed on industry developments
• Provide ad hoc legal and technical support to attorneys across the practice group

Profile

• We welcome applications from individuals who are:

• Qualified solicitors in England and Wales
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and capable of working independently

Essential qualifications and experience:

• A Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent)
• At least five years' post-qualification experience in M&A at a leading international law firm
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects independently
• The firm has a well-established knowledge management programme with clear career progression pathways. While the expectation is for candidates to have 5+ years PQE, applications from those with significant experience in the field are also welcomed.

Job Offer

Benefits & Additional Information

• Successful candidates will be offered a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and access to a comprehensive benefits programme, which may include:
• Health insurance
• Group income protection and life assurance
• Pension plan
• Wellness initiatives
• Employee discounts
• And more