Knowledge Management Attorney (Tax)

Kay Search Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 255,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm is seeking a Knowledge Management Attorney focusing on Tax to improve practice efficiency through legal technology and generative AI. This mid-senior level role requires 4+ years of legal practice experience and a J.D. degree. The position involves developing knowledge management tools, training staff, and implementing innovative legal tech solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of legal practice experience in corporate tax or similar areas.
• Experience in legal innovation, legal tech, or KM roles a plus.
• Familiarity with practice-specific workflows and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain knowledge management tools for Tax group.
• Develop systems for organizing internal work product and market data.
• Lead training sessions on knowledge tools and legal tech platforms.
• Identify and implement legal tech solutions to improve workflows.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Passion for legal technology

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Position: Knowledge Management Attorney (Tax)

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid WFH)

Company: Globally Recognized AM 100 Law Firm

Base pay range: $255,000.00/yr - $265,000.00/yr

A prestigious global law firm is seeking a Knowledge Management Attorney with a background in Tax to join its expanding Knowledge & Innovation team. This newly created role is ideal for a senior attorney looking to transition into a strategic, non-billable position at an AM Law 100 firm. The position focuses on enhancing practice efficiency, driving the use of legal tech and generative AI, and building practice-specific knowledge resources to support attorneys and clients.

Responsibilities, qualifications, and firm details are described below.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain knowledge management tools, templates, and resources for Tax group
• Develop systems for organizing internal work product, experience, and market data to support benchmarking, BD, and client service
• Lead training sessions on knowledge tools, legal tech platforms, and best practices
• Identify and implement legal tech solutions to improve workflows and practice efficiency
• Champion the integration of generative AI and other innovative technologies within legal processes
• Evaluate and recommend new technology tools tailored to practice group needs
• Present on tech-enabled legal solutions to internal and external stakeholders
• Support firmwide knowledge and innovation initiatives through collaboration and education
• Monitor market trends and developments in legal tech relevant to Tax areas
• Adapt responsibilities to align with evolving business needs and group priorities

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school required
• 4+ years of legal practice experience in either:
• Corporate tax (including private funds or cross-border tax structuring)
• Deep familiarity with practice-specific workflows, documentation, and deal structures
• Prior experience in legal innovation, legal tech, or KM roles a plus
• Experience working with private equity clients is highly valued
• Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Passion for legal technology, efficiency, and enhancing the client experience

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice

Note: This description reflects the role as presented and focuses on responsibilities and qualifications relevant to Knowledge Management within the Tax practice area.