This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new team at a time of transformation firmwide. This role is key to developing the firm’s capabilities in knowledge and research.
The Knowledge department is a recently formed function that is focused on developing, managing and disseminating knowledge, research and expertise to support our people in delivering best-in-class advice and enhancing client service.
As one of two Knowledge Paralegals, you will work with the Knowledge Solutions Manager and our Knowledge Lawyers on knowledge management (KM) initiatives, AI and legal technology projects, and the development of internal and external content.
Key Responsibilities
•Lead on KM projects that capture, store, curate and share knowledge across the firm, and take ownership of the development and maintenance of internal knowledge platforms.
•Collaborate with teams across the firm to ensure our knowledge content within legal technology and AI tools is available, current and effectively utilised.
•Assist with the drafting and maintenance of precedents, including preparing and managing documents for automation.
•Create and refine drafts of articles, know-how, internal alerts, and client-facing materials.
•Monitor current awareness resources for relevant developments and draft summaries of cases, legislation and regulations.
•Support the planning and delivery of internal and client-facing training sessions and events.
•Conduct legal research and respond proactively to other knowledge queries.
•Contribute to more technical and complex Knowledge-led initiatives and projects as required.
Person Specification
•Law degree or undergraduate degree (ideally 2.1 or first) or equivalent.
•Preferably will have successfully completed LPC / Bar Course or equivalent / SQE.
•Office administration experience or paralegal work experience preferred.
•Excellent research skills, including proficiency in Practical Law, Westlaw and Lexis+.
•Ability to multi-task and prioritise to meet deadlines as and when required.
•Organised and methodical approach to work, with a high level of accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
•Positive and professional attitude towards clients and all colleagues, with excellent communication, responsiveness and interpersonal skills.
•Pro-active, solutions-oriented approach and ability to use initiative intelligently, including knowing when to seek advice.
•IT skills, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
•Familiarity with, or a genuine willingness to engage with, AI and legal technology tools.
You will be a confident communicator with a positive work ethic and the ability to build credible relationships with clients both internal and external. We are looking for an individual who presents themselves with professionalism and polish, who will inspire the confidence of clients and colleagues.
