Knowledge Director (Company Law) - London
A highly regarded international law firm is seeking an experienced knowledge leader to head its Corporate Transactions & Advisory knowledge function. This role presents an opportunity to take on a strategically important leadership role within a market-leading practice, combining deep technical expertise with people leadership, innovation and business-focused knowledge strategy.
Working closely with partners and senior stakeholders across the firm, the Knowledge Director will be responsible for shaping the direction of the knowledge function, ensuring lawyers have access to best-in-class know-how, training, legal insights and technology solutions. You'll lead an established team while collaborating across multiple practice areas and international offices, helping drive the firm's broader strategic objectives.
The responsibilities of the Knowledge Director will include but not be limited to:
- Leading and developing a team of knowledge professionals
- Managing appraisals, objectives and performance reviews
- Driving the strategic direction of the knowledge function
- Monitoring legal and regulatory developments in company law
- Maintaining and enhancing precedents, know-how and guidance materials
- Delivering training programmes and knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Producing client-facing thought leadership and legal updates
- Supporting partners with industry consultations and professional body engagement
- Collaborating with lawyers and business services teams across global offices
- Working closely with corporate, finance, tax and other practice groups
- Identifying opportunities to improve service delivery through innovation
- Driving the adoption of AI and legal technology solutions
Candidates for this Knowledge Director requirement will need to demonstrate a strong mix of the following:
- Significant experience in a Knowledge Lawyer, PSL or knowledge leadership role
- Deep expertise in company law
- Strong corporate governance knowledge
- Experience supporting corporate transactions and advisory work
- Proven people management and team leadership experience
- The ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders
- Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Experience delivering training, know-how and thought leadership initiatives
- A genuine interest in legal technology, innovation and AI
This role will suit a senior knowledge professional looking to move beyond a traditional PSL position into a broader leadership opportunity. You'll have the chance to shape knowledge strategy, lead and develop a high-performing team, influence firm-wide initiatives and play a key role in the future evolution of a highly respected corporate practice.