Knowledge Development Lawyer - Commercial Litigation

Overview Knowledge Development Lawyer – Commercial Litigation at Ampa – Legal & Professional Services. Role involves generating and transferring knowledge within the Litigation and Dispute Resolution team, supporting a knowledge-sharing culture. Open to full-time or part-time (4 days a week).What you will be doing Provide know-how support and development for the Litigation and Dispute Resolution team, in collaboration with senior leadership to develop practice and sector-specific knowledge.Monitor changes to legislation, civil procedure rules and case law that affect client work; disseminate updates through training and resources.Support fee earners with technical legal knowhow, tactical advice and practical application of the law.Develop and maintain team know-how resources such as precedents and checklists, reflecting best practice and changes in the law.Business Development & Client Services Support and drive business development initiatives, including launching products to market for clients.Contribute to articles, case studies, briefings, newsletters or other client materials; stay updated on competitors\’ offerings for client delivery and new opportunities.Internal Training Identify training priorities and arrange internal and external training on changes to law, practice and precedents.Organise internal and external speakers to deliver specialist topics.Innovation/Business Efficiency Identify legal technology or tools to provide cost-effective solutions for clients.Support standardisation of documents via precedents and clause banks; contribute to document automation of chosen precedents or tasks.Develop and maintain team know-how resources such as precedents and checklists.What you will need Ideally, 6+ years PQE at a reputable firm with interest in transitioning into a Knowledge Lawyer/PSL role. PSL experience is advantageous but not essential.Technical experience handling high-quality dispute resolution work; solid understanding of knowledge management.Arbitration and advocacy experience (as fee earner or PSL) would be beneficial.Ability to digest, analyse and communicate complex issues clearly to internal and external clients.Commercial awareness and enthusiasm for business development.First-class drafting and communication skills.Experience developing and delivering client or in-house training.Highly IT literate; proficient with MS Office and legal/business information systems; experience with SharePoint or similar platforms.Interest in or experience with legal technology, including document automation, AI tools, e-signatures and extranet sites.Please note that preferred experience is a guideline and does not preclude applications from candidates with different levels of experience.Key competencies Respond promptly to requests for work including research, expertise, training materials and other information.Be highly organised with sound judgment and attention to detail.Be self-initiating, proactive, and able to progress tasks independently while seeking guidance when needed.Communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment; build credibility and strong relationships with stakeholders.Work well within a virtual team; promote connections between business units.Benefits, Agile Working And Additional Information Ampa embraces agile working and a blended approach to where and how we work. We value flexibility and the people behind our work. We have hubs across the UK and in Scotland.Equal opportunities Ampa Group is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and ensure equality of treatment for all applicants and employees regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.About Ampa Group Ampa is a leading group of legal and professional services brands, comprising brands such as Shakespeare Martineau, Lime Solicitors, Mayo Wynne Baxter, Marrons, and others. We provide shared infrastructure and central support across brands to enable growth and collaboration.

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