Tax & Rewards Knowledge Lawyer

Michael Page Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer to lead knowledge initiatives within their Tax & Reward team. The successful candidate will provide expert technical support, manage resources, and drive training across a collaborative environment. Ideal applicants should be UK-qualified lawyers with strong technical expertise in tax law and have at least five years of PQE. This role offers flexible working, opportunities for career development, and a competitive package with great benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development

Competitive package

Qualifications

• Qualified UK lawyer with strong technical expertise in tax law.
• Proactive and self-motivated with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in delivering high-quality technical support.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional support to fee earners across the Tax & Reward group.
• Assist with business development initiatives and workgroups.
• Plan and deliver technical training programmes.

Skills

Strong technical expertise in tax law

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive and self-motivated

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified UK lawyer

At least five years' PQE

Job description

This role offers the opportunity to lead knowledge initiatives within a top-tier Tax & Reward team. You'll provide expert technical support, manage know-how resources, and drive training and development across a wide-ranging practice.

Client Details

Our client is a leading London-based law firm recognised for its technical excellence and collaborative culture. The firm advises a diverse range of clients, including major corporates, investment funds, and family-owned businesses, across complex transactions and strategic matters. Known for combining deep sector expertise with innovative thinking, they offer a unique mix of services spanning corporate, finance, real estate, and private client work. Their approach is partner-led, ensuring clients receive tailored, high-quality advice while fostering a supportive environment for professional growth.

Description

The Role

This is a key position within the Knowledge team, providing professional support to fee earners across the Tax & Reward group. Responsibilities include:

Professional Support

• Responding to fee-earner queries and helping them access resources;
• Preparing internal updates and newsletters on technical and policy developments;
• Working with the Tax Policy team on law reform proposals and HMRC consultations;
• Supporting junior lawyers and fostering a collaborative environment.

Practice Development

• Assisting with articles and thought leadership pieces for technical and trade publications;
• Supporting business development initiatives and working groups;
• Collaborating with Marketing and Tax Policy teams on client-facing content.

Knowledge Management

• Generating and maintaining know-how contributions and precedents;
• Improving knowledge resources and systems for efficient access;
• Supporting firmwide projects to upgrade knowledge management tools.

Education and Training

• Planning and delivering technical training programmes, including conferences and weekly sessions;
• Coordinating junior lawyer and trainee training;
• Assisting with external client events, webinars, and seminars.

Projects and Initiatives

• Working with the LawTech team on innovation projects;
• Representing the group in firmwide Knowledge Lawyer meetings;
• Engaging with external networks such as the City Tax PSL Network.

Profile

The Candidate

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Associate seeking to transition into a Knowledge Lawyer role or someone already in a similar position. The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified UK lawyer with at least five years' PQE (lower levels considered for exceptional candidates);
• Have strong technical expertise in tax law and recent market experience;
• Be proactive, self-motivated, and committed to delivering high-quality technical support;
• Possess excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge Lawyers are integral to the team and may have direct client contact for training, updates, and business development activities.

Job Offer

• Flexible working - a role designed to support work-life balance.
• High-profile practice - join one of the UK's leading tax advisory teams.
• Career development - opportunity to shape knowledge strategy and influence best practice.
• Collaborative culture - work closely with partners and senior lawyers in a supportive environment.
• Competitive package - including benefits and access to ongoing professional training.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and excel in a Tax & Rewards role, we encourage you to apply today.