Asset Finance Knowledge Counsel

This role provides high-impact knowledge support to a leading international Asset & Project Finance team, with a particular focus on maritime finance. You'll drive know-how, training, legal insight and innovation to empower lawyers across a global network.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international law firm known for its deep sector focus across energy, infrastructure and transport. With a global network and a reputation for technical excellence, the firm advises on complex, high-value transactions and disputes, underpinned by a collaborative culture that prioritises growth, innovation and supportive career development.

Description

• Monitor legal and market developments in asset and maritime finance and update internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and enhance the precedent library, drafting new standard documents and guidance as required.
• Organise and curate practice-specific intranet content.
• Respond to technical and legal queries from fee earners.

• Deliver induction training for trainees, NQs and lateral hires.
• Lead and contribute to structured training programmes, including sessions on core finance documents.
• Develop and maintain accessible, high-quality training materials.
• Attend external seminars and share insights with the internal team.

• Support the adoption and implementation of new legal tech tools across the team.
• Champion new knowledge systems and innovative workflow solutions.

• Collaborate with partners and BD teams on maritime-sector and broader asset finance initiatives.
• Horizon-scan for emerging trends, risks and opportunities.
• Contribute ideas and content for client briefings and thought leadership.
• Assist with drafting and editing articles on topical legal developments.

• Work closely with global Knowledge Management leadership to deliver the firm's KM strategy.
• Participate in global knowledge projects and innovation initiatives.
• Engage in firmwide committees, drafting guideline groups and knowledge fora as required.

Profile

• Qualified solicitor or barrister (England & Wales).
• Senior-level experience in asset finance, or strong familiarity with maritime regulatory/commercial issues.
• Demonstrated interest in the maritime sector.
• Prior knowledge lawyer experience not essential-enthusiasm for knowledge development is.
• Strong analytical ability and appetite for mastering new and emerging areas.
• Collaborative, positive and pragmatic approach.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive, collaborative culture that values expertise, innovation and professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements within a firm that embraces agility.
• Opportunity to work at the heart of a market-leading global asset finance practice.