Job Description

This role (4 day week) offers the chance to lead knowledge initiatives within a dynamic Construction and Engineering team. You'll provide expert technical support, shape precedents, and drive training while working closely with senior lawyers on high-profile projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Education and Training

• Planning and organising the construction education and training programme;
• Supporting internal education and training at trainee and departmental level.

Legislative and Case Law Updates

• Monitoring and updating the team on changes in legislation and case law.

Internal Counsel Support

• Assisting fee earners with know-how and precedent resources;
• Implementing initiatives of common departmental interest.

Precedents

• Drafting and updating standard form precedents and guidance notes;
• Supporting automation of precedents.
• Please note: This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve in line with team objectives and firm policy.

Shape legal knowledge in a leading Construction & Engineering team.Flexible four-day role with real impact and career development.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Knowledge Lawyer or an Associate seeking to transition into a knowledge role.
Essential Skills:

• Qualified lawyer with at least four years' PQE in non-contentious construction law;
• Previous experience as a knowledge lawyer or strong interest in moving into this area;
• Strong academic record (2:1 degree or above) and sound knowledge of property or construction law;
• Highly motivated, proactive, and able to produce high-quality material under pressure;
• Commitment to providing expert technical legal support in a practical context.

Our client is a top-tier London-based law firm, recognised in the Silver Circle, with a specialist Construction & Engineering team operating at the forefront of the sector. The team offers deep, sector-specific expertise - handling both contentious and non-contentious matters - across infrastructure, energy, real estate, PFI, and major commercial projects.

• Flexible working - four-day-per-week role with a leading Construction & Engineering team.
• Career development - opportunity to shape knowledge strategy and influence best practice.
• Collaborative culture - work closely with partners and senior lawyers in a supportive environment.
• High-profile projects - involvement in landmark developments across commercial real estate and infrastructure.
• Competitive package - including benefits and access to ongoing professional training.

Skills Required