Records Manager/Information Governance Specialist Business Services London Records Manager/Information Governance Specialist Description Role Purpose To develop and improve our existing information governance and records management programme ensuring that appropriate quality standards and compliance with relevant legislation are met. The role-holder will provide active leadership to the Records Management team and ensure strategic and operational goals are met. Main Responsibilities General Duties: Support the London General Counsel/Head of Risk & Compliance in furthering the department's goals and aims; Concerning the Records Management team, ensure that service to practice area/department needs is met and can be demonstrated Identify and implement process improvements to all Records Management services and collaborate with the Risk & Compliance Team (R&C Team) to achieve overall departmental improvement. Promote Information Governance (IG) and Records Management (RM) services to the London office and externally in RM networks and conferences. Building and managing relationships with stakeholders within the London office Information Governance and Records Management Duties: Develop and maintain a cohesive information governance programme (projects and services) which includes physical and electronic records. This will include devising and implementing information governance frameworks and ensuring the current policies and procedures are kept up to date Ensure consistency and sustainability of IG and RM practices across the London office Identify the most appropriate records management resources to meet service requirements (including staffing, and tools) Provide specialist advice to the senior management team on information governance legislative compliance and good practice Provide a wide range of training and awareness programmes about IG and RM for a range of audiences from subject matter experts within the team to the wider office Administer the Information Barriers policy for the London office and liaise with relevant local and global teams Manage the delivery, handling, and storage of physical records including managing weekly deliveries and collections and supporting teams within the London office to manage the storage, scanning, and destruction of hard copy files Ownership of and administration of the London office record retention and destruction policy including working with external vendors and internal teams to ensure the destruction of records that have reached the end of their retention period promptly Implement a file audit process for electronic files to ensure the office complies with Firm policies regarding client file management Provision of training and support to teams on relevant RM/IG processes including Information Barriers and file management Support with data protection projects and compliance with policies where capacity permits Guide and advise on the resolution of specific information management risks and issues by effective use of software, advice, and other RM/IG resources People Management: Line management of the Records Management team, including Recruitment and performance management of the team, ensuring regular feedback is provided Professional development of the Records Management team through training, coaching, and mentoring. Ensuring that all training needs of individuals are identified Ensure that workload, workflow productivity, and quality monitoring of output and service of the whole Records team happens Financial Management and Supplier Management: Create the London Records Management budget, in conjunction with the Head of R&C Procurement of external RM services including offsite storage and relevant technology solutions (currently Iron Mountain and ICompli). On-going monitoring of spending in RM and assisting re-forecasting process. Manage and oversee the invoice and payment processes Regular supplier relationship management especially around service and product development Projects: Take responsibility for IG and RM projects assigned by the Head of R&C. Creating relevant project documentation as well as project planning, testing, implementation, and change management. Leading on communication of project status and progress both within the RM team and with key stakeholders About The Team Function The London Risk & Compliance team has a wide remit, including fulfilling the following functions: Legal, regulatory, and policy compliance General Counsel and advisory Partnership Secretarial Business Protection You will report to the Head of Risk & Compliance Your direct reports are the Records Management team Key relationships: London Office - Partners, Lawyers, Secretarial Services and Business Support About The Candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience Extensive information governance and/or records management experience, preferably in a legal, professional services or commercial environment Information governance or records management qualification or accreditation would be desirable Able to demonstrate extensive and in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and good practice for both physical and electronic information Extensive knowledge of both technology and non-technology solutions available for effective and robust organizational information governance Able to tailor specialist technical knowledge when giving advice or guidance on information governance and records management to a non-expert audience Competent with MSOffice (including Excel, Word, SharePoint) and comfortable with technology; able to demonstrate working in partnership with IT departments Able to organize work to allow others easy access to information and documents and can support and facilitate knowledge and information sharing Knowledge of data protection laws would be beneficial but not essential Professionalism and development: Able to anticipate future requirements and act upon them, seeing the big picture and understand cause and effect A creative and analytical thinker, bringing new ideas to the table. Able to spot problems before they occur, solve problems, and refer potential areas of concern to the Head of R&C Demonstrate a commitment to own professional development - product and technical awareness as well as trends in the market Recognise own strengths and weaknesses and take responsibility for seeking feedback and own development as a manager Demonstrate a willingness to accept change and strive to be an effective change manager. Ability to provide leadership and make constructive changes regarding the delivery of information governance and records management services Client Service: Continually strive to deliver the highest level of service Work to understand (internal)clients' needs. Regularly seeks feedback to improve the service offered and implements performance improvement measures based on feedback Utilize resources appropriately and be aware of the commercial and legal implications in a situation Communications Skills: Good English communication skills, both written and verbal Can adapt communication style to suit the audience and able to persuade and influence at all levels Is positive, polite, and attentive in all situations, responding promptly to requests Work Management: Will constantly seek more efficient ways of doing things Manage and control expenditure within budget, justify and defend financial management decisions Able to manage own workload and time effectively Aware of other team members' workloads and actively seeks to support and assist colleagues Able to plan and manage several projects in a dynamic environment. People Management: Able to motivate and lead a team Provide constructive, timely, and honest feedback on performance at all levels - identifies and rewards positive behavior and encourages team members to develop both technical and practical skills Demonstrate best practice in delegating to, supervising, and involving people effectively, seeking to play to the team's strengths Ensure that the team adheres to team standards, procedures, and templates. Willing to challenge the team on how things are done and offer solutions to improve efficiency Build effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels and across teams Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. . click apply for full job details
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Records Manager/Information Governance Specialist Business Services London Records Manager/Information Governance Specialist Description Role Purpose To develop and improve our existing information governance and records management programme ensuring that appropriate quality standards and compliance with relevant legislation are met. The role-holder will provide active leadership to the Records Management team and ensure strategic and operational goals are met. Main Responsibilities General Duties: Support the London General Counsel/Head of Risk & Compliance in furthering the department's goals and aims; Concerning the Records Management team, ensure that service to practice area/department needs is met and can be demonstrated Identify and implement process improvements to all Records Management services and collaborate with the Risk & Compliance Team (R&C Team) to achieve overall departmental improvement. Promote Information Governance (IG) and Records Management (RM) services to the London office and externally in RM networks and conferences. Building and managing relationships with stakeholders within the London office Information Governance and Records Management Duties: Develop and maintain a cohesive information governance programme (projects and services) which includes physical and electronic records. This will include devising and implementing information governance frameworks and ensuring the current policies and procedures are kept up to date Ensure consistency and sustainability of IG and RM practices across the London office Identify the most appropriate records management resources to meet service requirements (including staffing, and tools) Provide specialist advice to the senior management team on information governance legislative compliance and good practice Provide a wide range of training and awareness programmes about IG and RM for a range of audiences from subject matter experts within the team to the wider office Administer the Information Barriers policy for the London office and liaise with relevant local and global teams Manage the delivery, handling, and storage of physical records including managing weekly deliveries and collections and supporting teams within the London office to manage the storage, scanning, and destruction of hard copy files Ownership of and administration of the London office record retention and destruction policy including working with external vendors and internal teams to ensure the destruction of records that have reached the end of their retention period promptly Implement a file audit process for electronic files to ensure the office complies with Firm policies regarding client file management Provision of training and support to teams on relevant RM/IG processes including Information Barriers and file management Support with data protection projects and compliance with policies where capacity permits Guide and advise on the resolution of specific information management risks and issues by effective use of software, advice, and other RM/IG resources People Management: Line management of the Records Management team, including Recruitment and performance management of the team, ensuring regular feedback is provided Professional development of the Records Management team through training, coaching, and mentoring. Ensuring that all training needs of individuals are identified Ensure that workload, workflow productivity, and quality monitoring of output and service of the whole Records team happens Financial Management and Supplier Management: Create the London Records Management budget, in conjunction with the Head of R&C Procurement of external RM services including offsite storage and relevant technology solutions (currently Iron Mountain and ICompli). On-going monitoring of spending in RM and assisting re-forecasting process. Manage and oversee the invoice and payment processes Regular supplier relationship management especially around service and product development Projects: Take responsibility for IG and RM projects assigned by the Head of R&C. Creating relevant project documentation as well as project planning, testing, implementation, and change management. Leading on communication of project status and progress both within the RM team and with key stakeholders About The Team Function The London Risk & Compliance team has a wide remit, including fulfilling the following functions: Legal, regulatory, and policy compliance General Counsel and advisory Partnership Secretarial Business Protection You will report to the Head of Risk & Compliance Your direct reports are the Records Management team Key relationships: London Office - Partners, Lawyers, Secretarial Services and Business Support About The Candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience Extensive information governance and/or records management experience, preferably in a legal, professional services or commercial environment Information governance or records management qualification or accreditation would be desirable Able to demonstrate extensive and in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and good practice for both physical and electronic information Extensive knowledge of both technology and non-technology solutions available for effective and robust organizational information governance Able to tailor specialist technical knowledge when giving advice or guidance on information governance and records management to a non-expert audience Competent with MSOffice (including Excel, Word, SharePoint) and comfortable with technology; able to demonstrate working in partnership with IT departments Able to organize work to allow others easy access to information and documents and can support and facilitate knowledge and information sharing Knowledge of data protection laws would be beneficial but not essential Professionalism and development: Able to anticipate future requirements and act upon them, seeing the big picture and understand cause and effect A creative and analytical thinker, bringing new ideas to the table. Able to spot problems before they occur, solve problems, and refer potential areas of concern to the Head of R&C Demonstrate a commitment to own professional development - product and technical awareness as well as trends in the market Recognise own strengths and weaknesses and take responsibility for seeking feedback and own development as a manager Demonstrate a willingness to accept change and strive to be an effective change manager. Ability to provide leadership and make constructive changes regarding the delivery of information governance and records management services Client Service: Continually strive to deliver the highest level of service Work to understand (internal)clients' needs. Regularly seeks feedback to improve the service offered and implements performance improvement measures based on feedback Utilize resources appropriately and be aware of the commercial and legal implications in a situation Communications Skills: Good English communication skills, both written and verbal Can adapt communication style to suit the audience and able to persuade and influence at all levels Is positive, polite, and attentive in all situations, responding promptly to requests Work Management: Will constantly seek more efficient ways of doing things Manage and control expenditure within budget, justify and defend financial management decisions Able to manage own workload and time effectively Aware of other team members' workloads and actively seeks to support and assist colleagues Able to plan and manage several projects in a dynamic environment. People Management: Able to motivate and lead a team Provide constructive, timely, and honest feedback on performance at all levels - identifies and rewards positive behavior and encourages team members to develop both technical and practical skills Demonstrate best practice in delegating to, supervising, and involving people effectively, seeking to play to the team's strengths Ensure that the team adheres to team standards, procedures, and templates. Willing to challenge the team on how things are done and offer solutions to improve efficiency Build effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels and across teams Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. . click apply for full job details
To demonstrate secretarial and administrative competencies to the highest level. You will provide first class administrative support and secretarial service to a number of fee-earners (Partners/Senior Associates) as assigned. Main responsibilities Client intake (e.g. AML, engagement letters) and expert Billing support at all levels (e.g. WIP review, sending final invoices, collections management, accruals etc) Support client activities and requirements in a proactive manner (first contact, resolve basic queries) Navigate Service Now for various tasks including document services (typing, formatting), resolution of IT related issues, access to basic financial reporting metrics (SAP) Strategic Liaison with E2E services ensuring full utilization and coordination of services at all times, reviewing materials as needed before sharing with attorneys Document preparation for urgent jobs which are not suitable to be sent to Document Services Proactive complex diary management, call handling and meeting organization for external meetings (utilises GAS for internal meetings). Acts as a gatekeeper. Manage in-box and assist with email filing into iManage. As well as supporting on hard copy filing Provides administrative support at meetings, capturing outputs and following up as needed. May be assigned specific tasks/objectives for action as outputs of meeting Proactively manages and coordinates all aspects of tasks assigned (e.g. meetings, events, travel, etc.) Collates and provides feedback with solution orientated mind-set Undertakes support of local practice group tasks and requirements About the team Function Our Operations function supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the Firm, providing expert and in-market support regarding office management, office services and facilities, real estate management, risk management, and secretarial and administrative services. You will report to:Secretarial Services Leader Your direct reports, if any: None Key relationships:Fee earners and business professionals within assigned practice area, finance, AML/NBI, DCS, GAS, Secretarial Services Function About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience Extensive experience working in a legal sector or other professional services environment Has advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience within a number of different practice and functional areas 'Can-do' attitude, demonstrates proactivity and takes the initiative Consistently demonstrates secretarial competencies to the highest level in all areas Ability to manage complex diary and calendar management activities Exhibits passion in collaborating with internal clients and stakeholders Strong technical skills, including proficient in all software packages (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Teams) Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal High level organizational skills Understanding of the importance of Client Service Identifies and proactively develops knowledge and skill gaps Ability to handle complex activities and are solution orientated Leads by example (role model) Exercises independent judgement - Ability to escalate issues effectively These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know-how Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distills a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner Has the capacity to take on new ideas and develop knowledge and think holistically about business and address media, analyst, employee, and client audiences Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with the agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis Dedication Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative, and is self-reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations Personal Impact Uses complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies, adapted to people, organizations, and/or the situation, e.g. networks Leverages direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration across the organization Builds partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root belief large-scale Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity Negotiates to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes; shows good judgment on when to stand strong and when to compromise Invests in, nurtures, and builds a network of productive relationships Humanity Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people Treats delicate or confidential issues with discretion Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of recent awards, including: Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers : currently ranked 52nd Thomson Reuters ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for the last 12 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border. For the 14th consecutive year, the Firm was ranked first for deals with emerging market involvement, by both number of announced and completed deals. Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in in its annual survey in 2020. Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women by Working Mother magazine, . Received a a Gold Award in Stonewall's Global Workplace Equality Index of Top Global Employers for LGBTQ+ Inclusion. Ranked as one of the Top 20 Employers in the 2023 Social Mobility Employer Index. Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022 Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021 Winner of the Gender Diversity International Firm, Talent Management International Firm, and Work-Life Balance International Firm awards in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Asia Awards 2021 Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact in confidence, Charlotte Reynolds, Recruitment Manager, on Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice here NO AGENCIES PLEASE Please note Baker McKenzie does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please click here for details of our Agency Policy and commitment to sourcing directly. Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals . click apply for full job details
Jun 10, 2025
Full time
To demonstrate secretarial and administrative competencies to the highest level. You will provide first class administrative support and secretarial service to a number of fee-earners (Partners/Senior Associates) as assigned. Main responsibilities Client intake (e.g. AML, engagement letters) and expert Billing support at all levels (e.g. WIP review, sending final invoices, collections management, accruals etc) Support client activities and requirements in a proactive manner (first contact, resolve basic queries) Navigate Service Now for various tasks including document services (typing, formatting), resolution of IT related issues, access to basic financial reporting metrics (SAP) Strategic Liaison with E2E services ensuring full utilization and coordination of services at all times, reviewing materials as needed before sharing with attorneys Document preparation for urgent jobs which are not suitable to be sent to Document Services Proactive complex diary management, call handling and meeting organization for external meetings (utilises GAS for internal meetings). Acts as a gatekeeper. Manage in-box and assist with email filing into iManage. As well as supporting on hard copy filing Provides administrative support at meetings, capturing outputs and following up as needed. May be assigned specific tasks/objectives for action as outputs of meeting Proactively manages and coordinates all aspects of tasks assigned (e.g. meetings, events, travel, etc.) Collates and provides feedback with solution orientated mind-set Undertakes support of local practice group tasks and requirements About the team Function Our Operations function supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the Firm, providing expert and in-market support regarding office management, office services and facilities, real estate management, risk management, and secretarial and administrative services. You will report to:Secretarial Services Leader Your direct reports, if any: None Key relationships:Fee earners and business professionals within assigned practice area, finance, AML/NBI, DCS, GAS, Secretarial Services Function About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience Extensive experience working in a legal sector or other professional services environment Has advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience within a number of different practice and functional areas 'Can-do' attitude, demonstrates proactivity and takes the initiative Consistently demonstrates secretarial competencies to the highest level in all areas Ability to manage complex diary and calendar management activities Exhibits passion in collaborating with internal clients and stakeholders Strong technical skills, including proficient in all software packages (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Teams) Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal High level organizational skills Understanding of the importance of Client Service Identifies and proactively develops knowledge and skill gaps Ability to handle complex activities and are solution orientated Leads by example (role model) Exercises independent judgement - Ability to escalate issues effectively These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know-how Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distills a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner Has the capacity to take on new ideas and develop knowledge and think holistically about business and address media, analyst, employee, and client audiences Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with the agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis Dedication Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative, and is self-reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations Personal Impact Uses complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies, adapted to people, organizations, and/or the situation, e.g. networks Leverages direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration across the organization Builds partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root belief large-scale Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity Negotiates to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes; shows good judgment on when to stand strong and when to compromise Invests in, nurtures, and builds a network of productive relationships Humanity Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people Treats delicate or confidential issues with discretion Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of recent awards, including: Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers : currently ranked 52nd Thomson Reuters ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for the last 12 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border. For the 14th consecutive year, the Firm was ranked first for deals with emerging market involvement, by both number of announced and completed deals. Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in in its annual survey in 2020. Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women by Working Mother magazine, . Received a a Gold Award in Stonewall's Global Workplace Equality Index of Top Global Employers for LGBTQ+ Inclusion. Ranked as one of the Top 20 Employers in the 2023 Social Mobility Employer Index. Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022 Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021 Winner of the Gender Diversity International Firm, Talent Management International Firm, and Work-Life Balance International Firm awards in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Asia Awards 2021 Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact in confidence, Charlotte Reynolds, Recruitment Manager, on Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice here NO AGENCIES PLEASE Please note Baker McKenzie does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please click here for details of our Agency Policy and commitment to sourcing directly. Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals . click apply for full job details
Role purpose To drive and support knowledge and training for the Group. Part of the role's focus will include supporting the Corporate Finance practice within the Group, in particular in relation to listed public company advisory work, however the role will also include spending substantial time supporting the practice of the Group more broadly. Main responsibilities To make first-class Corporate knowledge from London easily available to lawyers, increasing the quality, consistency and/or cost-effectiveness of the advice that Baker McKenzie gives its clients, including: Knowledge and Expertise Precedents. Draft, update, develop and (where appropriate) assist with the process of automating the Group's precedents and other legal content. Current awareness and commercial/industry knowhow. Keep abreast and provide regular updates on key developments impacting the Group, including internal alerts/talking points. Work with other Knowledge Lawyers across PGs and IGs to provide joined up legal, commercial and industry knowhow. Lawyer requests. Respond to ad hoc enquiries from lawyers with on-point, thorough and timely answers. Develop a reputation as a go-to expert. Client-facing knowledge. Provide legal input into client-facing initiatives, including supporting our Board Advisory Forum and Listed Companies Update Seminar, as well as client alerts and where relevant assisting with client training and legal content for proposals and other business development resources. Training. Identify the Group's training needs. Meet training needs by helping drive the planning and delivery of training (including participating / promoting). Leverage Firm resources and processes to produce high quality training materials and courses efficiently. Knowhow development. Collect and input the Group's knowhow into the Firm's global repository of knowledge and populate global, multi-jurisdictional databases and resources. Identify gaps in knowhow and work to fill them, ensuring content development is progressive. Service Orientation Relationships. Promote and identify ways to strengthen the Group's knowledge culture. Build lasting relationships throughout the Firm through collaboration, mutual respect and a reputation for competence. Advocate and be a positive spokesperson for Knowledge. Nurture relationships with trainees and junior lawyers. Support diversity and inclusion, CSR and pro bono activities. Work Management Operations and innovation. Proactively seek ways to improve your own and team's service and efficiency and contribute to best practices. Actively participate in Knowledge projects. Systems. Support and drive adoption of Knowledge systems. Take ownership of delivery. Where appropriate, schedule one-on-one meetings and presentations to promote Knowledge systems. Strategy, alignment and integration. Understand and promote the Group's business and Knowledge plans. Structure time and priorities in accordance with the Group's business and Knowledge plans and provide input into them. About the team The Knowledge function is a Firm-wide team of nearly 300 professionals, including Knowledge Lawyers, Information & Research professionals, and a variety of other functional specialists. The Knowledge function helps the Firm deliver better legal solutions by producing and providing easy access to high quality, relevant legal information for both lawyers and clients. The focus is on the following areas: Content: creating, collecting and providing access to market-leading precedents, sample documents, practice notes, training materials and other knowhow for our lawyers and clients, reviewing and updating regularly, to ensure that the content is current and market-leading. Systems: working with the Technology function to design, develop and build user-friendly and flexible platforms to store knowhow and deliver it intuitively to lawyers and clients, adopting common systems across all offices and practice/industry groups. Culture: striving to establish Knowledge as a core part of every lawyer's role, engaging actively with all lawyers in the Firm and encouraging them to share their own knowhow and expertise with colleagues as openly as possible; embracing a "one team" culture within the Firm's Knowledge community ensuring that all team members create and develop high quality local content while being aligned with our global strategy and approach. You will report to:Lead Knowledge Lawyer for Global M&A Practice Group (noting key relationships below) Your direct reports, if any: None Key relationships Your clients are the Partners and lawyers in the Group. You will receive day-to-day project assignments and overall direction from the London Corporate Know How and Training Partner and overall direction and supervision from the Global M&A Practice Group's (GM&A PG) Lead Knowledge Lawyer. You will be one of two Knowledge Lawyers within the London Corporate Group and part of your focus will be expected to include supporting the Corporate Finance practice within the department, in particular in relation to listed public company advisory work, however you will also be expected to spend substantial time supporting the practice of the department more broadly. You must liaise closely with other members of the Professional & Business Services team - especially within the Knowledge function - to ensure that Knowledge projects and initiatives are carried out consistently with the Firm's overall business objectives and its Knowledge strategy. About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience: Law degree. Current license to practice law (or eligibility for one). Substantial experience as a practicing lawyer within a London Corporate practice. Deep knowledge of corporate finance law, regulation and market practice applicable to listed companies (in particular the Listing Rules, Prospectus Regulation, DTRs, Corporate Governance Code and Companies Act) essential. Good knowledge of English contract law expected. Good knowledge of law and market practice in either or both of equity capital markets and private M&A strongly preferred. Good knowledge of law and market practice in other areas of corporate law e.g. public M&A, private equity and/or funds an advantage but not essential. Excellent English language skills (verbal and written) and the confidence to communicate in a multi-cultural, multi-level environment. Experience working directly with senior counterparts on strategy and execution. Excellent time management and organizing skills; ability to prioritise and manage time to meet deadlines. Strong word processing and spreadsheet skills. Experience in or willingness to engage with document automation and other legal tech. Personal qualities These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know how Keeps across key developments in all relevant areas and demonstrates the ability to develop substantive authority in relation to the Firm's specialist fields. Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distils a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner. Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis. Dedication Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards. Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative and is self reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible. Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands. Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations. Personal Impact Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity. Negotiates to achieve outcomes that are mutually satisfactory; shows good judgement on when to stand strong and when to compromise. Invests in, nurtures and builds a network of productive relationships. Humanity Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent. Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people. Treats delicate or confidential issues with grace and discretion. Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. . click apply for full job details
Feb 10, 2025
Full time
Role purpose To drive and support knowledge and training for the Group. Part of the role's focus will include supporting the Corporate Finance practice within the Group, in particular in relation to listed public company advisory work, however the role will also include spending substantial time supporting the practice of the Group more broadly. Main responsibilities To make first-class Corporate knowledge from London easily available to lawyers, increasing the quality, consistency and/or cost-effectiveness of the advice that Baker McKenzie gives its clients, including: Knowledge and Expertise Precedents. Draft, update, develop and (where appropriate) assist with the process of automating the Group's precedents and other legal content. Current awareness and commercial/industry knowhow. Keep abreast and provide regular updates on key developments impacting the Group, including internal alerts/talking points. Work with other Knowledge Lawyers across PGs and IGs to provide joined up legal, commercial and industry knowhow. Lawyer requests. Respond to ad hoc enquiries from lawyers with on-point, thorough and timely answers. Develop a reputation as a go-to expert. Client-facing knowledge. Provide legal input into client-facing initiatives, including supporting our Board Advisory Forum and Listed Companies Update Seminar, as well as client alerts and where relevant assisting with client training and legal content for proposals and other business development resources. Training. Identify the Group's training needs. Meet training needs by helping drive the planning and delivery of training (including participating / promoting). Leverage Firm resources and processes to produce high quality training materials and courses efficiently. Knowhow development. Collect and input the Group's knowhow into the Firm's global repository of knowledge and populate global, multi-jurisdictional databases and resources. Identify gaps in knowhow and work to fill them, ensuring content development is progressive. Service Orientation Relationships. Promote and identify ways to strengthen the Group's knowledge culture. Build lasting relationships throughout the Firm through collaboration, mutual respect and a reputation for competence. Advocate and be a positive spokesperson for Knowledge. Nurture relationships with trainees and junior lawyers. Support diversity and inclusion, CSR and pro bono activities. Work Management Operations and innovation. Proactively seek ways to improve your own and team's service and efficiency and contribute to best practices. Actively participate in Knowledge projects. Systems. Support and drive adoption of Knowledge systems. Take ownership of delivery. Where appropriate, schedule one-on-one meetings and presentations to promote Knowledge systems. Strategy, alignment and integration. Understand and promote the Group's business and Knowledge plans. Structure time and priorities in accordance with the Group's business and Knowledge plans and provide input into them. About the team The Knowledge function is a Firm-wide team of nearly 300 professionals, including Knowledge Lawyers, Information & Research professionals, and a variety of other functional specialists. The Knowledge function helps the Firm deliver better legal solutions by producing and providing easy access to high quality, relevant legal information for both lawyers and clients. The focus is on the following areas: Content: creating, collecting and providing access to market-leading precedents, sample documents, practice notes, training materials and other knowhow for our lawyers and clients, reviewing and updating regularly, to ensure that the content is current and market-leading. Systems: working with the Technology function to design, develop and build user-friendly and flexible platforms to store knowhow and deliver it intuitively to lawyers and clients, adopting common systems across all offices and practice/industry groups. Culture: striving to establish Knowledge as a core part of every lawyer's role, engaging actively with all lawyers in the Firm and encouraging them to share their own knowhow and expertise with colleagues as openly as possible; embracing a "one team" culture within the Firm's Knowledge community ensuring that all team members create and develop high quality local content while being aligned with our global strategy and approach. You will report to:Lead Knowledge Lawyer for Global M&A Practice Group (noting key relationships below) Your direct reports, if any: None Key relationships Your clients are the Partners and lawyers in the Group. You will receive day-to-day project assignments and overall direction from the London Corporate Know How and Training Partner and overall direction and supervision from the Global M&A Practice Group's (GM&A PG) Lead Knowledge Lawyer. You will be one of two Knowledge Lawyers within the London Corporate Group and part of your focus will be expected to include supporting the Corporate Finance practice within the department, in particular in relation to listed public company advisory work, however you will also be expected to spend substantial time supporting the practice of the department more broadly. You must liaise closely with other members of the Professional & Business Services team - especially within the Knowledge function - to ensure that Knowledge projects and initiatives are carried out consistently with the Firm's overall business objectives and its Knowledge strategy. About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience: Law degree. Current license to practice law (or eligibility for one). Substantial experience as a practicing lawyer within a London Corporate practice. Deep knowledge of corporate finance law, regulation and market practice applicable to listed companies (in particular the Listing Rules, Prospectus Regulation, DTRs, Corporate Governance Code and Companies Act) essential. Good knowledge of English contract law expected. Good knowledge of law and market practice in either or both of equity capital markets and private M&A strongly preferred. Good knowledge of law and market practice in other areas of corporate law e.g. public M&A, private equity and/or funds an advantage but not essential. Excellent English language skills (verbal and written) and the confidence to communicate in a multi-cultural, multi-level environment. Experience working directly with senior counterparts on strategy and execution. Excellent time management and organizing skills; ability to prioritise and manage time to meet deadlines. Strong word processing and spreadsheet skills. Experience in or willingness to engage with document automation and other legal tech. Personal qualities These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know how Keeps across key developments in all relevant areas and demonstrates the ability to develop substantive authority in relation to the Firm's specialist fields. Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distils a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner. Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis. Dedication Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards. Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative and is self reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible. Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands. Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations. Personal Impact Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity. Negotiates to achieve outcomes that are mutually satisfactory; shows good judgement on when to stand strong and when to compromise. Invests in, nurtures and builds a network of productive relationships. Humanity Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent. Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people. Treats delicate or confidential issues with grace and discretion. Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, friendly and supportive. . click apply for full job details
Role purpose To manage and execute legal content projects, training, and knowledge initiatives for the Group within the context of the Firm's knowledge strategy. The role-holder will make first-class tax knowledge easily available to lawyers, economists, and tax practitioners (collectively called "lawyers"), increasing the quality, consistency, and/or cost-effectiveness of Baker McKenzie's advice to its clients. Main responsibilities Knowledge and Expertise: Client-facing knowledge: Provide legal input into client-facing and demand-generating initiatives, including client training and legal content for proposals and other business development resources. Identify Tax hot topics and write, commission, and deliver content such as alerts, thought leadership reports, and talking points. Current awareness and commercial/industry know-how: Swift identification, curation, and explanation of key changes in tax legislation and case law of significance to our client base. Apply an understanding of key clients' industries and businesses to all activities. Work with other Practice Groups ("PG") and Industry Groups ("IG") to provide the most holistic legal, commercial, and industry know-how possible. Leverage industry periodicals and media to enhance industry knowledge. Involve yourself with industry bodies, including by coordinating attendance at meetings and calls and by joining working groups and subcommittees. Client-facing sessions: Guidance on agenda formation for client-facing sessions and conferences, as well as providing baseline presentations for speakers. Lawyer requests: Respond to ad hoc inquiries from lawyers. Develop a reputation as a go-to expert on firm and Group resources. Precedents: Review, draft, develop, and automate the Group's precedents including for EU-wide tax filings, advice or presentations, and other legal content. Know-how development: Collect and input the Group's know-how into the firm's global repository of knowledge and populate global, multi-jurisdictional databases and resources. Identify gaps in know-how and work to fill them, ensuring content development is progressive. Training: Identify the Group's training needs and meet them by delivering, participating in, and promoting training. Leverage firm resources and processes to produce training materials and courses efficiently and of the highest possible quality. Policy initiatives and capacity-building: Participate in and respond to policy consultations and regulatory developments. Service Orientation: Relationships: Promote and identify ways to strengthen the Group's knowledge culture. Build lasting relationships throughout the firm through collaboration, mutual respect, and a reputation for competence. Advocate and be a positive spokesperson for Knowledge. Nurture relationships with trainees and junior lawyers. Support diversity and inclusion, CSR, and pro bono activities. Work Management: Operations and innovation: Proactively seek ways to improve your own and your team's service and efficiency and contribute to best practices. Actively participate in Knowledge projects. Systems: Support and drive the adoption of Knowledge systems. Take ownership of delivery. Schedule one-on-one meetings and presentations to promote Knowledge systems. Strategy, alignment, and integration: Understand and promote the Group's business and Knowledge plans. Structure time and priorities per the Group's business and Knowledge plans and provide input into them. Travel requirements: Some travel may be required. About the team Function: The Knowledge function is a Firm-wide team of nearly 300 professionals, including Knowledge Lawyers, Information & Research professionals, and various other functional specialists. The Knowledge function helps the Firm deliver better legal solutions by producing and providing easy access to high-quality, relevant legal information for lawyers and clients. The focus is on the following areas: Content - creating, collecting, and providing access to market-leading precedents, sample documents, practice notes, training materials, and other know-how for our lawyers and clients, reviewing and updating regularly, to ensure that the content is current and market-leading. Systems - working with the Technology function to design, develop, and build user-friendly and flexible platforms to store know-how and deliver it intuitively to lawyers and clients, adopting common systems across all offices and practice/industry groups. Culture - striving to establish Knowledge as a core part of every lawyer's role, engaging actively with all lawyers in the firm and encouraging them to share their know-how and expertise with colleagues as openly as possible; embracing a "one team" culture within the Firm's Knowledge community ensuring that all team members create and develop high-quality local content while being aligned with our global strategy and approach. You will report to: Lead Knowledge Lawyer for the Tax Group (noting key relationships below) Your direct reports, if any: N/A Key relationships: Your clients are the partners, lawyers, economists, tax practitioners in the Group, and practice group lawyers with expertise relevant to the Group. You will receive day-to-day project assignments and overall direction from the Group's Lead Knowledge Lawyer, Senior Knowledge Lawyer(s), and the Group's chair and steering committee. You must liaise closely with other members of the Business Professional team, especially within the Knowledge function to ensure that Knowledge projects and initiatives are carried out consistently with the firm's overall business objectives and its Knowledge strategy. About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience: Law degree. Current license to practice law (or eligibility for one). Substantial experience as a practicing lawyer with a high level of tax technical ability in key areas of corporate tax, international tax, and transfer pricing. Excellent English language skills (verbal and written) and the confidence to communicate in a multi-cultural, multi-level environment. Experience working directly with senior counterparts on strategy and execution. Excellent time management and organizing skills; ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines. Strong word processing and spreadsheet skills. Experience in, or willingness to learn legal technology, including AI/GenAI, document automation, and other legal tech. Personal qualities: These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know-how: Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distills a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner. Has the capacity to take on new ideas and develop knowledge and think holistically about business and address media, analyst, employee, and client audiences. Able to move through various tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with the agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis. Dedication: Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards. Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative, and is self-reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible. Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands. Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations. Personal Impact: Uses complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies, adapted to people, organizations, and/or the situation, e.g. networks. Leverages direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration across the organization. Builds partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root belief large-scale. Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity. Negotiates to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes; shows good judgment on when to stand strong and when to compromise. Invests in, nurtures, and builds a network of productive relationships. Humanity: Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent. Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people. Treats delicate or confidential issues with discretion. Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work . click apply for full job details
Feb 08, 2025
Full time
Role purpose To manage and execute legal content projects, training, and knowledge initiatives for the Group within the context of the Firm's knowledge strategy. The role-holder will make first-class tax knowledge easily available to lawyers, economists, and tax practitioners (collectively called "lawyers"), increasing the quality, consistency, and/or cost-effectiveness of Baker McKenzie's advice to its clients. Main responsibilities Knowledge and Expertise: Client-facing knowledge: Provide legal input into client-facing and demand-generating initiatives, including client training and legal content for proposals and other business development resources. Identify Tax hot topics and write, commission, and deliver content such as alerts, thought leadership reports, and talking points. Current awareness and commercial/industry know-how: Swift identification, curation, and explanation of key changes in tax legislation and case law of significance to our client base. Apply an understanding of key clients' industries and businesses to all activities. Work with other Practice Groups ("PG") and Industry Groups ("IG") to provide the most holistic legal, commercial, and industry know-how possible. Leverage industry periodicals and media to enhance industry knowledge. Involve yourself with industry bodies, including by coordinating attendance at meetings and calls and by joining working groups and subcommittees. Client-facing sessions: Guidance on agenda formation for client-facing sessions and conferences, as well as providing baseline presentations for speakers. Lawyer requests: Respond to ad hoc inquiries from lawyers. Develop a reputation as a go-to expert on firm and Group resources. Precedents: Review, draft, develop, and automate the Group's precedents including for EU-wide tax filings, advice or presentations, and other legal content. Know-how development: Collect and input the Group's know-how into the firm's global repository of knowledge and populate global, multi-jurisdictional databases and resources. Identify gaps in know-how and work to fill them, ensuring content development is progressive. Training: Identify the Group's training needs and meet them by delivering, participating in, and promoting training. Leverage firm resources and processes to produce training materials and courses efficiently and of the highest possible quality. Policy initiatives and capacity-building: Participate in and respond to policy consultations and regulatory developments. Service Orientation: Relationships: Promote and identify ways to strengthen the Group's knowledge culture. Build lasting relationships throughout the firm through collaboration, mutual respect, and a reputation for competence. Advocate and be a positive spokesperson for Knowledge. Nurture relationships with trainees and junior lawyers. Support diversity and inclusion, CSR, and pro bono activities. Work Management: Operations and innovation: Proactively seek ways to improve your own and your team's service and efficiency and contribute to best practices. Actively participate in Knowledge projects. Systems: Support and drive the adoption of Knowledge systems. Take ownership of delivery. Schedule one-on-one meetings and presentations to promote Knowledge systems. Strategy, alignment, and integration: Understand and promote the Group's business and Knowledge plans. Structure time and priorities per the Group's business and Knowledge plans and provide input into them. Travel requirements: Some travel may be required. About the team Function: The Knowledge function is a Firm-wide team of nearly 300 professionals, including Knowledge Lawyers, Information & Research professionals, and various other functional specialists. The Knowledge function helps the Firm deliver better legal solutions by producing and providing easy access to high-quality, relevant legal information for lawyers and clients. The focus is on the following areas: Content - creating, collecting, and providing access to market-leading precedents, sample documents, practice notes, training materials, and other know-how for our lawyers and clients, reviewing and updating regularly, to ensure that the content is current and market-leading. Systems - working with the Technology function to design, develop, and build user-friendly and flexible platforms to store know-how and deliver it intuitively to lawyers and clients, adopting common systems across all offices and practice/industry groups. Culture - striving to establish Knowledge as a core part of every lawyer's role, engaging actively with all lawyers in the firm and encouraging them to share their know-how and expertise with colleagues as openly as possible; embracing a "one team" culture within the Firm's Knowledge community ensuring that all team members create and develop high-quality local content while being aligned with our global strategy and approach. You will report to: Lead Knowledge Lawyer for the Tax Group (noting key relationships below) Your direct reports, if any: N/A Key relationships: Your clients are the partners, lawyers, economists, tax practitioners in the Group, and practice group lawyers with expertise relevant to the Group. You will receive day-to-day project assignments and overall direction from the Group's Lead Knowledge Lawyer, Senior Knowledge Lawyer(s), and the Group's chair and steering committee. You must liaise closely with other members of the Business Professional team, especially within the Knowledge function to ensure that Knowledge projects and initiatives are carried out consistently with the firm's overall business objectives and its Knowledge strategy. About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience: Law degree. Current license to practice law (or eligibility for one). Substantial experience as a practicing lawyer with a high level of tax technical ability in key areas of corporate tax, international tax, and transfer pricing. Excellent English language skills (verbal and written) and the confidence to communicate in a multi-cultural, multi-level environment. Experience working directly with senior counterparts on strategy and execution. Excellent time management and organizing skills; ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines. Strong word processing and spreadsheet skills. Experience in, or willingness to learn legal technology, including AI/GenAI, document automation, and other legal tech. Personal qualities: These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know-how: Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distills a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner. Has the capacity to take on new ideas and develop knowledge and think holistically about business and address media, analyst, employee, and client audiences. Able to move through various tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with the agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis. Dedication: Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards. Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative, and is self-reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible. Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands. Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations. Personal Impact: Uses complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies, adapted to people, organizations, and/or the situation, e.g. networks. Leverages direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration across the organization. Builds partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root belief large-scale. Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity. Negotiates to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes; shows good judgment on when to stand strong and when to compromise. Invests in, nurtures, and builds a network of productive relationships. Humanity: Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent. Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people. Treats delicate or confidential issues with discretion. Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of a 1,000 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work . click apply for full job details