Job Description
The firm is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to support its Private Client & Tax group. This is a strategic position responsible for maintaining and developing the team's legal knowledge resources, supporting fee-earners, and driving high standards across training, legal insights, and innovation.
Client Details
Our client is a dynamic, sophisticated law firm known for its work with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, trustees, entrepreneurs, and internationally connected businesses. The firm advises clients across sectors such as technology, finance, entertainment, media, and sport, with strong links to the US and Middle East.
They offer a vibrant, collaborative environment where people are supported to grow, innovate, and take ownership of their careers. The firm combines deep sector insight with a modern, entrepreneurial approach, delivering tailored, high-value solutions across the private capital landscape.
Description
Legal Knowledge Management
* Develop and maintain precedents, templates, practice notes, and guidance materials tailored to the practice area.
* Ensure knowledge resources remain current, accurate, and accessible.
Training & Development
* Design and deliver legal and technical training sessions for fee-earners, trainees, and clients.
* Support the ongoing professional development of the team.
Legal Research & Updates
* Monitor legislative and case law developments.
* Provide clear analysis and strategic guidance on how changes impact the practice and clients.
* Circulate timely updates across the team.
Business Development Support
* Draft client alerts, articles, and marketing content.
* Support pitch materials and contribute to client presentations.
Collaboration & Innovation
* Work closely with partners, associates, and the firm's Knowledge team.
* Promote efficient working practices and encourage adoption of legal technology tools.
Thought Leadership
* Produce high-quality commentary and insight on emerging trends and developments within the private client and tax space.
Profile
Qualifications & Experience
* Qualified solicitor or barrister with 5-8 years' PQE.
* Strong technical expertise in private client law.
* Experience in a PSL, academic, or training-focused role is beneficial but not essential.
* Excellent drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
* Strong organisational and project-management capabilities.
* Ability to distil complex issues into clear, concise guidance.
APersonal Attributes
* Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
* Collegiate and collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills.
* Comfortable adopting new technologies and digital tools.
* Commercially aware and client-focused.
Job Offer
* A strategic, high-profile PSL position within a respected Private Client & Tax group
* The opportunity to build and shape the knowledge function for a busy, growing team
* Close collaboration with partners, senior lawyers, and an established Knowledge team
* A supportive, collegiate culture with genuine investment in development and training
* Exposure to sophisticated, international private wealth and tax matters
* Clear career progression and the freedom to innovate, influence, and modernise processes