Professional Support Lawyer – Corporate

Origin Legal; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to join their top-tier corporate team. This role offers a unique opportunity to transition from transactional work into a supportive position, where you will engage in legal research, knowledge sharing, and training delivery. You will collaborate with a skilled team of over 60 corporate lawyers, ensuring they remain at the forefront of corporate law. With flexible working options and a strong emphasis on career development, this position is perfect for those looking to influence and support a leading corporate team without the pressures of fee-earning. If you are passionate about innovation and legal excellence, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Full training and support

Access to high-quality training and resources

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ PQE with significant corporate transactional experience.
• Strong drafting and research skills, with a passion for knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and update the team on key legal developments in corporate law.
• Deliver training programmes for fee earners, ensuring technical excellence.

Skills

Corporate Law

Legal Research

Knowledge Sharing

Drafting Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Innovation in Legal Technologies

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE)

Tools

Knowledge Management Tools

Job description

Professional Support Lawyer – Corporate (5+ PQE) Full or Part Time

Are you an experienced corporate solicitor looking to step away from transactional work while staying at the forefront of corporate law or already a professional support lawyer looking for a change? If you enjoy legal research, knowledge sharing, and supporting a top-tier corporate team, this could be the perfect role for you.

National, modern and forward thinking, top 50 UK law firm with over 1000 people, including 125 Partners wishes to attract a Lawyer to work in either Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Norwich, or Sevenoaks

This is a rare opportunity to transition into a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) role, where you’ll play a crucial part in keeping a highly regarded Corporate Team ahead of the curve. You’ll work alongside an existing PSL, supporting a team of over 60 corporate lawyers, including partners, who handle a wide range of high-value and complex transactions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and updating the team on key legal developments in corporate law
• Working with the Knowledge Management Team to implement innovative tools that enhance efficiency and client service
• Developing and maintaining internal knowledge resources, including precedent banks and best practice guides
• Delivering training programmes for fee earners at all levels, ensuring the team stays technically excellent
• Providing technical legal support to fee earners, assisting with research and complex queries
• Producing client briefings and thought leadership materials to enhance market presence

What’s on Offer?

• A fantastic opportunity to move into a PSL role with full training and support
• Join a leading corporate team ranked Tier 1 in the Legal 500
• Flexible working options, including part-time hours
• Excellent career development with access to high-quality training and resources
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where your expertise is highly valued

Who We’re Looking For

• 6+ years’ PQE with significant corporate transactional experience
• Strong drafting and research skills, with a passion for knowledge sharing
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities, with the confidence to deliver training
• An enthusiasm for innovation, embracing new legal technologies and ways of working
• A proactive, team-focused approach, with the ability to engage at all levels

If you are looking for a new direction in your legal career, where you can influence, support, and develop a top-tier corporate team without the pressures of fee-earning, this is the role for you.