Knowledge Lawyer (10+ PQE) - Private Wealth and Tax
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The Department
The Private Wealth & Tax group works with a diverse range of institutions, companies and high net-worth individuals managing and protecting their assets in the most tax-efficient manner.
The department advises international clients with complex tax issues related to personal wealth and business interests across various jurisdictions. The focus is on wealth preservation, compliance, privacy, and safeguarding reputation and family values. Our team is based in London, Hong Kong, and Singapore, with expertise across Europe, the Middle East, the US, and Asia.
Duties and Responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity to join Mishcons well-established team of Knowledge Lawyers, led by our Knowledge Partner, Kate Higgins. As a Knowledge Lawyer, you will:
* Shape and implement the practice group knowledge strategy, collaborating across departments.
* Coordinate, design, and deliver internal and client legal training, including online solutions.
* Draft, maintain, and update key precedents, know-how, and client guides, incorporating automated document assembly.
* Monitor legal developments and provide horizon scanning updates to lawyers and clients.
* Leverage knowledge and technology to develop business opportunities and improve client service efficiency.
* Create content for communication strategies, including client alerts and articles for publications.
* Support business development initiatives with the BD team and fee-earners.
* Manage the departments knowledge pages on the firms intranet and other repositories.
* Work with Risk & Compliance to embed best practices and manage risk.
* Respond to technical law and practice queries from fee-earners.
* Perform other general Knowledge Lawyer duties as required.
Skills and Experience
* Ideally 10+ years PQE with experience as a Knowledge Lawyer or fee-earner with strong knowledge contribution skills.
* Deep expertise in tax law and private client matters.
* Proven business development and knowledge commercialization skills.
* Excellent writing, drafting, and communication skills.
* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with self-motivation.
* Comfort with emerging legal technologies and new ways of working.
* Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
* Proactive with good operational knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
About Mishcon de Reya Group
The Mishcon de Reya Group is an independent international professional services firm with over 1400 employees, including more than 650 lawyers. It encompasses Mishcon de Reya LLP and several consultancy businesses, offering cross-border and multi-jurisdictional legal services across core practice areas including Corporate, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Impact, Innovation, Private, and Real Estate. The Group is committed to diversity and inclusion and offers flexible working arrangements.
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