Professional Support Lawyer

The role of Tax and Private Client Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) is to lead strategic initiatives, drive excellence in legal service delivery, and play a pivotal role in supporting the Tax and Private Client department, building and nurturing client and intermediary relationships. The PSL will combine deep legal expertise with a strategic mindset to identify and capitalise on market opportunities, identify and implement training, knowledge management and information sharing strategies, and enhance client engagement for the Tax and Private Client department.

Responsibilities

Strategic Legal Research and Analysis:

• Conduct strategic legal research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks in the Tax and Private Client landscape, providing actionable insights to inform department and firm-wide strategy and client engagement.
• Proactively anticipate and prepare the department for future legal developments and market trends, advising senior leadership on potential implications and opportunities for the firm's growth and differentiation.

Knowledge Management Leadership:

• Overview of the development and implementation of a comprehensive knowledge management strategy aligned with the firm's strategic priorities, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation across the Tax and Private Client department.
• Drive the development of cutting-edge knowledge resources, including artificial intelligence tools, legal databases, and industry insights, to empower lawyers to deliver value-added services and stay ahead of the curve.

Thought Leadership, Client Engagement & Client Relationship Management:

• Spearhead thought leadership initiatives, including the creation of white papers, industry reports, and client briefings, to position the firm as a thought leader in key practice areas relevant to the Tax and Private Client department and drive client engagement and retention.
• Engagement with professional bodies such as STEP and CIOT and preparing responses to HMRC consultations.
• Cultivate strategic relationships with key clients and industry stakeholders, leveraging insights and expertise to anticipate client needs, deliver innovative solutions, and enhance the firm's reputation and market position.

Document Automation and AI Integration:

• Lead the assessment and implementation of document automation and AI technologies to streamline legal workflows, improve efficiency, and reduce manual tasks across practice areas.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to customize and optimize technology solutions to meet the specific needs of our firm and clients, driving innovation and competitive advantage.

Professional Development and Mentorship:

• Champion a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Provide strategic mentorship and guidance to lawyers at all levels, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and excellence.
• Design, deliver and/ or co-ordinate training sessions, workshops, and presentations to educate lawyers on legal developments (legislative change and case law), procedural updates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with practice group leaders to identify training needs and develop tailored programs to address them.

Experience and Knowledge

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales (5+ year PQE).
• A proven expertise and depth of knowledge within the Tax and Private Client area, gained through experience or practicing in relevant specialisms.
• Extensive experience in strategic legal research, knowledge management, document automation, AI integration, and technology innovation within a reputable law firm or professional services environment.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical prowess, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to anticipate and navigate complex legal and business challenges.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage and influence diverse audiences, including clients, colleagues, and industry stakeholders.

Inclusiveness and Diversity

At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes.

Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

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What can we offer you?

Our people are at the core of what we do.  Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment.  These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans, electric vehicle scheme and much more. 

Fieldfisher HQ is based in the vibrant and thriving City of London, which has something for everyone. Offering excellent commuter links based a 5-minute walk away from Monument and Bank tube stations. Views overlooking the River Thames and Tower Bridge from our 9th floor terrace, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, discounted coffee in our on-site cafe, bike storage, shower facilities and much more.

We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas.

We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself

Culture & personal development

We're a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don't believe in squashing people's individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That's why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself.

We'll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that's through allowing you to "access all areas" across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we'll make sure your talents are being nurtured.

How to apply

Enter your email address on the job advert and press the 'apply now' button to submit your CV and to start your application.

Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will most likely be reviewed before the application deadline. We will continue to accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.

The Firm

We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London, we are spreading across Europe at pace. In addition to UK, China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and Spain. 

With 1,800 people across 28 offices across 14 countries you might expect an impersonal office culture, but you will find a homely, family feel even in the largest offices. 

Quality on both sides
Across all our offices and jurisdictions are market-leading practices in corporate/M&A, finance, real estate, energy and natural resources, technology and life sciences.

We count as clients large corporations including major technology firms, pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, energy suppliers, infrastructure companies, global banks and financial institutions. 

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. Applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.

Benefits

Life assurance

Season ticket loans

Bike to work loans

Testimonial

"It is great being in a firm which "gets" cross-office working – to feel properly part of a national team and to work with colleagues in other specialisms who are unconstrained by geography."

"I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step.

Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity."

"Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent.

The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job."

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