Knowledge Lawyer - Construction Disputes

City of London Permanent View Job Description
A leading UK-based law firm with a great international presence is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer to support its Construction Disputes team. This is a strategic role focused on enhancing the team's legal know-how, precedents, training, and client-facing content. You'll play a central role in ensuring the team is equipped with high-quality resources and insights to deliver exceptional service across a wide range of contentious construction matters.
  • Shape know-how in a leading construction disputes team.
  • Deliver training and insight on high-value legal matters.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, City-led law firm with a strong national and international presence. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to ESG and inclusion, the firm offers high-quality legal services across sectors including construction, real estate, corporate, and litigation. The construction disputes team is highly regarded for its work on complex, high-value matters, and is supported by a forward-thinking knowledge function that plays a central role in delivering excellence.

Job Description

Key ResponsibilitiesKnow-how & Information Management

  • Maintain and expand the team's electronic knowledge bank.
  • Review and curate materials submitted by fee-earners.
  • Create and manage categories, keywords, and editorial notes for easy access.
  • Monitor and update know-how to ensure relevance and quality.
  • Source and circulate key legal developments and case law.
  • Act as a sounding board for fee-earners on complex legal queries.



Precedents & Drafting

  • Review and update existing precedents and crib sheets.
  • Draft new templates, flowcharts, guidance notes, and client-facing materials.
  • Ensure all resources reflect current legal standards and best practices.



Training & Development

  • Design and deliver internal and external training sessions.
  • Support onboarding and development of junior lawyers and trainees.
  • Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives across the firm.



Business Development & Client Engagement

  • Draft client alerts, updates, and thought leadership pieces.
  • Support responses to public consultations and press articles.
  • Assist with seminars, webinars, and client events.
  • Collaborate with marketing and BD teams to enhance client offerings.



General Support

  • Provide research and technical input to fee-earners.
  • Liaise with other teams on cross-practice knowledge initiatives.
  • Contribute to the firm's website and internal communications.

The Successful Applicant

About You

  • Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in contentious construction law, or prior PSL experience in this area.
  • Strong drafting and legal research skills.
  • Commercially aware with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in legal tech tools and document management systems.
  • Organised, proactive, and adaptable to a varied role.
  • Enthusiastic about knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer

What's on Offer

  • A strategic PSL role within a highly respected construction disputes team
  • Opportunity to shape legal know-how, precedents, and training delivery
  • Exposure to complex, high-value contentious construction matters
  • Collaborative and inclusive firm culture with a strong focus on ESG values
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible working arrangements and support for professional development
Contact
Tom Mastin-Lee
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6872262
Phone number
+442072692143

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tom Mastin-Lee
Consultant phone
+442072692143
Job reference
JN-102025-6872262