Our client is a prestigious full-service law firm based in Dublin city.
They are now seeking a highly motivated and experiencedKnowledge Lawyer to join their dynamic Corporate Department.
This is a pivotal role that will play a crucial part in supporting their lawyers and enhancing the firm's overall knowledge management capabilities within the Corporate practice area.
You will be responsible for staying abreast of legal developments, conducting in-depth research, and creating and disseminating valuable knowledge resources.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Developments & Research:
o Proactive Monitoring: Continuously monitor and analyze new and proposed legislation, case law, and regulatory developments impacting corporate and M&A transactions.
o Impact Assessment: Assess the implications of these developments on the firm's Corporate practice, identifying potential risks and opportunities for clients.
o Internal Briefings: Prepare concise and insightful briefings for internal consumption within the Corporate Department, summarizing key legal and regulatory changes and their potential impact on practice.
o Current Awareness: Produce and disseminate high-quality internal current awareness bulletins specific to the Corporate Department, keeping colleagues informed of the latest legal developments.
o Research Support: Provide timely and accurate legal research support to colleagues within the Corporate Department, including ad-hoc queries and complex research projects related to M&A, private equity, corporate finance, and other corporate matters.
Know How, Precedents & Knowledge Management:
o Know-How Development: Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of valuable know-how resources specifically for the Corporate Department, including practice notes, client alerts, and internal memos on topics such as M&A due diligence, corporate governance, and securities law.
o Precedent Management: Develop, review, and update legal precedents and practice tools specific to the Corporate Department on an ongoing basis, ensuring their accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
o Knowledge Dissemination: Effectively communicate new and updated know-how, precedents, and best practices to the Corporate Department through presentations, workshops, and other appropriate channels.
o Legal Tech Implementation: Actively participate in the evaluation and implementation of legal technology solutions to improve knowledge management processes and enhance research efficiency within the Corporate Department.
o Knowledge Culture: Champion a strong knowledge-sharing culture within the Corporate Department, encouraging collaboration and the effective utilization of available resources.
Client Facing Activities:
o Client Insights: Identify key legal developments of particular interest to clients in the Corporate Department and proactively communicate these insights.
o Client Briefings: Prepare and deliver high-quality briefing papers and presentations for clients on relevant legal and regulatory topics within the Corporate Dept.
The Ideal Candidate
• Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with a strong academic record and a proven track record of success in private practice.
• Experience: Minimum of five years of relevant legal experience within a reputable law firm's Corporate Department. Possess exceptional research skills and a deep understanding of the legislative process in both Ireland and the EU, with a particular focus on corporate and M&A law.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business challenges faced by clients in corporate transactions, including M&A, private equity, and corporate finance.
• Results-Oriented: Highly motivated and results-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge Management Advocate: A strong understanding of the importance of effective knowledge management within a law firm, with a particular focus on the needs of a busy Corporate Department.
Skills:
Lawyer Law Legal M&A Regulatory Solicitor private equity
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