Our client is a leading global law firm with a strong presence across key international markets, known for delivering high-quality legal services across a broad range of practice areas. The firm has a reputation for innovation, collaboration and investing in technology, and offers a supportive, inclusive and high-performing environment where individuals are encouraged to develop and grow their careers.
The Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading international law firm in a Research & Knowledge Specialist capacity. This role sits within a high-performing central team that supports lawyers across the firm with high-quality legal, business and industry research.
This is an ideal opportunity for a paralegal, junior lawyer or legal professional looking to move away from fee-earning into a more technical, research-focused role within a top-tier environment.
The Role:
In this position, you will play a key role in supporting the firm’s lawyers and broader business by delivering timely, accurate and commercially relevant insights. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting legal, company and industry research across a range of practice areas
- Preparing and distributing current awareness updates on legal and regulatory developments
- Supporting new client and conflict-related research
- Assisting with the management of legal databases and research tools
- Contributing to the improvement of internal knowledge systems and processes
- Supporting the implementation and use of legal technology, including AI tools
You will bring:
- Experience in a legal environment (paralegal, junior lawyer or similar)
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills
- A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- An interest in legal research, knowledge sharing and legal technology
- Opportunity to move into a non-fee earning, research-focused role
- Exposure to a broad range of legal and commercial matters
- Work within a collaborative, high-performing team
- Strong platform for long-term career development in knowledge, research or legal operations
