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Professional Support Lawyer, Banking (12‑month maternity cover) - London

A global law firm

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An established international law firm is hiring a Professional Support Lawyer to provide 12‑month maternity cover within its Banking Knowledge Team in London. The role supports a busy Banking practice, covering corporate and leveraged finance, real estate finance, infrastructure, project and asset finance, and restructuring and insolvency.

You will work with Knowledge Counsel and know‑how partners to maintain precedents and guidance, produce technical updates, deliver internal training, and act as a go‑to resource for fee earners. The post offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements to be agreed.

  • Qualified English law lawyer with experience in Banking & Finance.
  • Proven legal research, drafting and analytical skills; ability to produce written materials and presentation content for a legal audience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build credibility with partners and fee earners.
  • Organised, self‑directed, and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Experience in a professional support or knowledge role within a large law firm is advantageous but not essential.

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