Professional Support Lawyer

We are recruiting for a Professional Support Lawyer for an established Liverpool based law firm.

Duties

  • Draft regular internal updates drawing attention to key procedural,  case law, legislative and other industry relevant developments
  • Work with training representative to identify team training needs and ensure these are met
  • Review and edit externally focussed materials (eg. e-shots, newsletters, technical guides, articles)  drafted by the teams
  • Liaise with external consultants (public relations / public affairs) to identify thought leadership opportunities and facilitate production of relevant material in line with deadlines
  • Work closely with partners and members of the business development and marketing team to produce high quality seminars and other events, including production of necessary collateral
  • Work closely with partners and members of the business development and marketing team to develop and maintain effective external communications strategy
  • Work closely with partners and other fee-earners to produce external materials (eg. e-shots, newsletters, technical guides, articles)
  • Work closely with partners and members of the business development and marketing team on bids and tenders
  • Non-chargeable legal research
  • Other ad hoc duties within the department

Candidate Requirements:                   

  • Advanced technical ability and knowledge of legal practice
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • Flexible attitude to work
  • Writing and research skills
  • Ability to work on own initiative; proactive approach to work
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines
  • Confident in own abilities
  • Motivated
  • Ability to work as part of a team and individually
  • Ability to learn quickly and willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

For more information on this role, please contact [email protected]