New York GFM Knowledge Lawyer

Clifford Chance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 230,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive culture

Job summary

A global law firm in New York is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer for its Global Financial Markets practice. This role involves designing and implementing training programs to enhance the skills of associates, developing resources, and producing thought leadership pieces. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. degree, be admitted to the New York Bar, and have at least six years of experience in transactional law. The salary range for this role is $230,000-$285,000.

Qualifications

• At least six years of experience practicing law, with a focus on transactional matters.
• Admitted to the New York Bar.
• Ability to create, manage, and update training sessions for associates.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver training programs for legal expertise and commercial acumen.
• Develop and curate practice-specific resources.
• Produce thought leadership pieces and practical guidance.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Job Description

As a global law firm our work spans jurisdictions, cultures, and languages – and so do our people.

Our culture is collaborative and inclusive— where diverse perspectives are recognized and valued. Where performing to your highest ability, unlocks equal access to opportunities to learn, thrive and grow.

We combine deep legal expertise and commercial intelligence to grow, transform, protect, and defend our clients' businesses, across every critical moment.

We operate in the sectors and regions that matter to our clients. With forward-thinking insights and innovative, tech-enabled solutions that combine deep knowledge of their sectors and markets.

You’ll build connections and work with colleagues as one global team. You’ll unlock opportunities for clients, across borders, cultures, legal and commercial disciplines.

Join us to work with colleagues as one global team – empowering each other to be exceptional and create advantage for our clients.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced lawyer to join our Global Financial Markets (GFM) practice in New York as a Knowledge Lawyer. This newly created role is to support and lead the development and be a key resource to our associates to enhance their technical and commercial skills.

Key Responsibilities

Associate Development and Support

• Design, implement, and deliver structured training programs to build both legal expertise and commercial acumen among associates.
• Act as a readily available resource for associates, providing guidance and support on recurring or foundational legal and commercial issues.
• Work closely with our Talent team to identify and address operational inefficiencies related to associate training and knowledge gaps.
• Monitor and assess associate progress, identifying further development needs and adapting training accordingly.
• Facilitate regular feedback sessions with associates to ensure training remains relevant and impactful.

Training Materials and Knowledge Resources

• Develop, curate, and maintain a comprehensive suite of practice-specific resources, including toolkits, templates, checklists, and precedents.
• Ensure resources are easily accessible and regularly updated to reflect current market practice and legal developments.
• Collaborate with lawyers across the firm’s global network to share best practices and contribute to firm-wide knowledge management initiatives.
• Provide timely updates and guidance to the team and associates via emails, meetings, and training sessions to support their day-to-day activities.

Thought Leadership and Innovation

• Produce thought leadership pieces and practical guidance for associates, including the integration of AI and other innovative tools.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the GFM practice.

Onboarding and Tailored Training

• Deliver tailored induction and training programs for new joiners, ensuring a smooth transition and rapid upskilling.
• Curate and promote accessible training opportunities and relevant resources to support ongoing associate development.

Qualifications

Your Experience

The ideal applicant will possess the following qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited US law school
• Admitted to the New York Bar
• At least six years of experience practicing law, with a focus on transactional matters.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Ability to create, manage, and update training sessions for associates
• Experienced in organizing and producing training sessions, briefing and presentation for lawyers and clients on a broad range of legal topics

Other preferred skills and competencies include:

• Must be proactive and self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with other professionals

Submissions must include a resume and law school transcript(s).

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package. The salary range for this role is $230,000-$285,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Additional Information

At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where all perspectives are recognized and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed, irrespective of background. We are guided by our values-based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and across all aspects of employment, from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day-to-day working life.

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.