At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape knowledge strategy and deliver training in a top-tier financial services disputes team.
- Company: Leading national law firm with a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, generous holiday, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture; all backgrounds welcome.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while mentoring and innovating.
- Qualifications: 5+ years PQE in financial services disputes, strong drafting, and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £70,000 to £90,000
Chadwick Nott are happy to be working with a leading national law firm in their search for an experienced Knowledge Lawyer to join their Financial Services Disputes & Investigations team in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the knowledge strategy of a top-tier financial services disputes practice, within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
- Creating and maintaining legal precedents and annotated resources
- Designing and delivering internal training programmes for fee earners and trainees
- Providing client-facing training, including virtual and in-person sessions across the UK
- Monitoring legal developments and updating practice materials accordingly
- Responding to complex legal queries from fee earners
- Managing and promoting the firm’s internal knowledge database
- Collaborating with the Risk team to identify and mitigate legal risks
- Driving efficiencies through legal tech, process optimisation, and innovation initiatives
- Writing legal insights and articles for internal and external publication
- Supporting tenders and business development initiatives
- Mentoring trainees on research and knowledge application
Candidate Requirements
- 5+ years PQE, ideally with experience in financial services disputes or investigations
- Strong legal drafting and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- A proactive, client-focused mindset with the ability to work autonomously
- Experience in knowledge management or a desire to transition from fee earning
- Familiarity with legal tech and project delivery tools
- A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for innovation
Working Arrangements
This role offers full flexibility, with options for part-time or full-time working. Hybrid arrangements are supported through the firm’s flexible working programme, tailored to individual and team needs.
Benefits
- Annual pay review and performance-linked bonus
- 25-30 days holiday (based on tenure)
- Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
- Enhanced parental leave and fertility support
- Flexible benefits scheme and volunteering days
- Opportunities to engage in CSR and community initiatives
Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
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