Professional Support Lawyer

Mills & Reeve have an opportunity for a Knowledge Lawyer to support the Private Client team in any of our regional offices.

The role

We are seeking a solicitor or professionally qualified person to work with our existing Senior Knowledge Lawyer, providing support to colleagues in our national Private Client team (“PC”). Key elements of the KL role include:

• Continuous Improvement
• Training
• Research & Review
• Enhancing the National Profile

These responsibilities should be allocated and managed within the PC Knowledge Team.

The person

Given the responsibilities, your background will likely demonstrate:

• Experience as a Qualified Solicitor or equivalent, with at least four years PQE in Private Client law
• Strong drafting and written skills
• Excellent IT skills related to knowledge management and information dissemination
• Knowledge of private client law, practice, and the private wealth sector; experience in contentious private client, international, charities, landed estate work, or advising business owners is advantageous
• Enthusiastic, committed, and professional approach to improving legal knowledge and skills, fostering team cohesion
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, capable of role modeling the firm's values
• Interest in developing private client practice, innovation, and technology in legal services

The activities

Effective Working

Supporting the PC team’s growth through:

• Developing shared advice, implementation, and file management approaches
• Involvement in Pricing & Productivity initiatives, including financial management and time monitoring
• Engagement in innovation initiatives, including AI and data management

Training

Ensuring colleagues have access to targeted, high-quality training to develop technical, commercial, and client management skills. Responsibilities include designing, delivering, or facilitating training, collaborating with the Learning & Development team, and managing training resources and budgets.

Resource

Providing colleagues with necessary knowledge and resources through:

• Researching external legal developments and reporting to the team
• Sharing best practices and know-how
• Drafting and maintaining precedents and resources
• Implementing and maintaining knowledge management systems

National Profile

Enhancing the firm's reputation in the private wealth sector by:

• Generating content for media and digital channels
• Creating client updates
• Managing and improving team web pages

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged.

The Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Pre-employment screening

Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive screening, including DBS checks, right-to-work verification, employment history, and character assessment. Full details are available upon request.

The firm

Mills & Reeve is committed to achieving more for clients, their businesses, and communities. We value knowledge, relationships, and tailored advice, with a team of over 1,250 people and 750 lawyers sharing one vision: “Achieve more. Together.” We are ranked in the top 50 UK law firms, listed in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work, and have a Platinum Investors in People award.

And finally

We value diverse perspectives and ideas, providing an inclusive, supportive environment. Flexible working arrangements are considered, and workplace adjustments are supported. For more about our diversity and inclusion initiatives, visit our website.