Mid-Senior Knowledge Lawyer: Banking and Finance

We are recruiting a Knowledge Lawyer to support our Banking and Finance teams in Singapore and, more broadly, across the Asia region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded knowledge function within a global law firm, contributing to the firm's commitment to knowledge sharing and innovation.

The Role

• Draft materials for external and internal publications, and identify topics of interest for articles on key legal and business developments, with a focus on banking and finance.
• Analyse and disseminate updates on significant legal and regulatory changes to internal and external audiences.
• Provide knowledge support to business development initiatives and client campaigns.
• Advise and assist lawyers on legal issues, including structuring matters and research support.
• Maintain and draft precedents, especially APLMA and security documents, ensuring they reflect current law, regulation, market standards, and best practice.
• Maintain and draft practice notes and client guides on legal developments.
• Plan, organise, and deliver legal and industry-focused training to trainees, fee-earners, and clients.
• Support strategy and business group meetings, and promote knowledge-sharing systems and new technology tools.
• Contribute to the central knowledge strategy and relevant team knowledge plans.

Skills and Experience Required

• Qualified lawyer with significant experience in Banking and Finance (open to various sub-specialisms).
• Minimum 5 years UK equivalent PQE.
• Qualification in England & Wales and/or Singapore preferred.
• Experience designing and delivering effective training programmes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Experience or strong interest in knowledge management and delivery.
• Project management experience and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent drafting, legal research, and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach.
• Strong IT skills and aptitude for learning and promoting new tools.

Competencies

• Engages in business development, including client-facing initiatives.
• Exceptional organisational skills and adaptability.
• Identifies opportunities for thought leadership and training.
• Strong client focus and commitment to service excellence.
• Ability to exercise commercial judgement, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate diplomacy.
• Works well under pressure, both autonomously and as a team member.
• High level of initiative and decision-making ability.

• Qualified lawyer with significant experience in Banking and Finance.
• 5 years UK equivalent PQE.
• Qualification in England & Wales and/or Singapore preferred.
• Experience in designing and delivering training programmes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience or interest in knowledge management.
• Project management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent drafting and legal research skills.
• Commercial and client-focused mindset.
• Strong IT skills and willingness to adopt new technology.