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Commercial & Data Knowledge Lawyer

City of London Permanent View Job Description
This role combines traditional Knowledge Lawyer responsibilities with a strategic focus on AI-driven innovation and legal technology. You will support commercial, technology, and data teams in delivering market-leading services and developing client-facing solutions.
  • Drive AI innovation in a top-tier commercial law practice.
  • Shape knowledge strategy in a collaborative, award-winning team.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international law firm with a reputation for excellence and innovation. They work with major global brands across sectors including technology, retail, media, and financial services, offering a collaborative culture and flexible working environment.

Job Description

Legal Technology, AI & Innovation

  • Translate strategic AI objectives into practical deliverables.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI and legal technology for efficiency and client service.
  • Collaborate on the design and delivery of client-facing technology and AI-enabled solutions.
  • Act as subject matter lead for AI governance and regulatory developments.
  • Contribute to the AI product roadmap and support client pilots and demos.



Thought Leadership & Horizon Scanning

  • Produce high-quality thought leadership and market commentary on commercial, technology, data protection, AI, and cybersecurity.
  • Monitor regulatory and technological developments, particularly AI-related legislation.
  • Manage newsletters and updates, and represent the firm at industry events.



Training

  • Design and deliver internal and client training programmes on commercial contracting, AI governance, data protection, and cyber risk.
  • Manage trainee training programmes and contribute to early talent initiatives.



Knowledge Management

  • Maintain and develop precedents, playbooks, guidance notes, and clause banks.
  • Capture and disseminate legal know-how and market insights.
  • Support pitches, panel responses, and thought leadership initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 4 years' PQE as a Knowledge Lawyer or senior commercial lawyer.
  • Strong background in commercial contracts, technology, outsourcing, data protection, and cyber matters.
  • Understanding of AI legal and regulatory frameworks or willingness to develop expertise.
  • Experience in knowledge management, precedents, training, or thought leadership.
  • Interest in legal innovation and technology-enabled service delivery.
  • Excellent drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Strong organisational and project management capability.
  • Collaborative approach and ability to build strong relationships.

What's on Offer

  • A pivotal role blending legal expertise with innovation and technology.
  • Opportunity to lead AI-enabled projects and client-facing solutions.
  • Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive culture.
  • Career development within a highly ranked commercial and technology practice.
Contact
Tom Mastin-Lee
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6916904
Phone number
+442072692143

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tom Mastin-Lee
Consultant phone
+442072692143
Job reference
JN-012026-6916904