An exceptional opportunity has arisen at a leading international law firm for a Corporate and M&A Knowledge Lawyer to join its highly regarded team. This is a rare opening for a technically focused lawyer who enjoys black-letter law and wants to make a meaningful impact across one of the firm's busiest and most high-profile departments. Whether you're already in a knowledge role or a senior associate ready for a new direction, this position offers depth, challenge, and visibility, all within a firm known for its supportive and intellectually stimulating culture.
Why Apply?
* Attractive six-figure salary with excellent benefits and long-term progression prospects
* Join a collaborative, forward-thinking knowledge function at the heart of a top-tier Corporate practice
* Flexible working options and a genuinely collegiate culture where your contribution is recognised and valued
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Knowledge and fee-earners across the department to ensure legal resources remain current, practical, and strategically aligned with client needs. The emphasis will be on maintaining precedents, supporting complex legal queries, and managing know-how across the practice.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain, review and update precedent documents, forms, and practice notes
• Act as a trusted internal advisor on technical corporate and M&A queries
• Curate and manage know-how resources and legal content for the team
• Monitor legal developments and provide timely updates internally and externally
• Contribute to legal tech initiatives, including automation and AI tools
• Participate in post-deal analysis and knowledge capture to identify key trends
Who This Would Suit
This role is ideally suited to a lawyer qualified in England & Wales with at least 6 years' PQE in Corporate and M&A law. You may already be in a knowledge lawyer role or be a senior associate seeking to transition away from full-time fee earning while continuing to engage with high-level legal work. A strong grounding in corporate law, a passion for black-letter detail, and the ability to communicate clearly and confidently are essential. You’ll also bring a collaborative mindset and an enthusiasm for contributing to a team known for its technical excellence and collegiate spirit.
This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a central role in one of the City’s most respected Corporate teams, with an attractive six-figure salary, long-term development potential, and the chance to shape the future of legal knowledge in a truly supportive and intellectually rewarding environment.