FinTech Knowledge Management Lawyer

An international law firm is seeking an experienced FinTech lawyer to join its Knowledge Management function in a highly strategic, client-facing position. The role combines legal expertise, regulatory horizon scanning, thought leadership, policy engagement, and AI-driven innovation, helping shape both the practice's market position and future operating model.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognised law firm with a market-leading presence across major international financial centres. Renowned for advising innovative businesses, financial institutions, and emerging technology companies, the firm combines deep sector expertise with a strong commitment to legal innovation, knowledge management, and the adoption of cutting-edge technology.

Description

A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Knowledge Management Lawyer to support its FinTech practice. This role sits at the intersection of legal knowledge, regulatory developments, client engagement, and innovation, with a particular focus on delivering market insight and helping embed AI tools and technology across the practice.

Knowledge & Thought Leadership

• Work directly with lawyers and clients to identify knowledge needs and deliver tailored insights.
• Produce client alerts, legal updates, briefings, and thought leadership materials.
• Develop and maintain high-quality knowledge resources for the practice.

Regulatory & Market Intelligence

• Monitor legal, regulatory, and market developments affecting the FinTech sector.
• Translate complex developments into commercially relevant and actionable guidance.
• Participate in external industry forums and maintain awareness of emerging trends.

Policy & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with industry associations, regulators, and policy bodies.
• Review and draft responses to consultations and policy initiatives.
• Help shape the firm's engagement strategy on key regulatory issues.

Innovation & AI Strategy

• Drive the adoption of AI and legal technology tools within the FinTech practice.
• Collaborate with innovation, knowledge, and technology teams to enhance legal workflows.
• Support the transformation of the practice into an AI-enabled, future-focused team.

Profile

• England & Wales qualified solicitor.
• Ideally 5+ years' PQE gained within a leading FinTech practice.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to explain complex legal and regulatory concepts in clear, accessible language.
• Demonstrable interest in innovation, legal technology, and AI.
• Excellent communication, project management, and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing complex initiatives independently.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of the rapidly evolving FinTech sector.
• A highly visible, client-facing role influencing market-leading thought leadership.
• Significant involvement in regulatory and policy developments affecting the industry.
• The chance to drive AI adoption and innovation within a leading legal practice.
• Collaborative working with lawyers, innovation specialists, technology teams, and external stakeholders.
• Clear career progression within an established knowledge management function.
• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, pension, wellness initiatives, and additional employee perks.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.