Lawyer PQE

Knowledge Lawyer – Employment | Manchester | 5

PQE+

I’m working with a highly respected national law firm that is looking to appoint a Knowledge Lawyer into its Employment team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys the intellectual side of employment law and wants to shape how knowledge, training and legal excellence are delivered within a thriving practice.

This would suit an England & Wales–qualified lawyer working in a knowledge/professional support role, or a senior fee‑earner considering a move away from fee targets into a strategic, value‑adding support role.

Why This Firm?

• A forward‑thinking, award‑winning national practice with an excellent reputation in employment law
• A genuinely supportive working culture with strong investment in training and innovation
• A role with autonomy, influence, and visibility across the wider firm
• A chance to help shape knowledge strategy and training across a high‑performing team
• Flexible hours and hybrid working designed around your lifestyle

The Role

You’ll play a central role in driving legal excellence and supporting fee‑earners at all levels. Day‑to‑day, you’ll be involved in:

• Developing and maintaining precedents and curating high‑quality external resources
• Designing and delivering internal training, from trainee inductions to junior lawyer development and practice‑wide updates
• Creating and delivering client‑facing training where appropriate
• Tracking and interpreting legal developments, explaining their impact clearly and concisely to the team
• Handling complex employment law queries from lawyers and providing authoritative guidance
• Ensuring all key materials are captured and accessible within the firm’s internal knowledge systems
• Collaborating with business services teams to enhance usability and access to knowledge resources
• Identifying risks and working with the Risk team to ensure compliance and best practice
• Driving efficiency improvements through process optimisation, legal project management or technology
• Writing or contributing to legal insights, thought leadership pieces and external publications
• Supporting tender responses with technical legal input
• Working with fellow Knowledge Lawyers on the continued evolution of the firm’s knowledge platforms
• Supporting trainees in developing their research and analytical skills

What They’re Looking For

• A qualified Solicitor (England & Wales), ideally with 5+ years’ PQE in employment law
• Excellent drafting skills and outstanding attention to detail
• A strong communicator who can explain complex issues with clarity
• Someone comfortable working independently but who also thrives in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• A proactive, solutions‑driven mindset with a genuine interest in knowledge development
• Familiarity with legal tech and tools that enhance delivery of legal services