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Charles Russell Speechlys is a law firm headquartered in London with offices in the UK, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

We have an unusually broad range of skills and experience across the full spectrum of business and personal needs. This gives us a wider perspective, clear insight and a strongly commercial long-term view. We use this approach to secure the growth of our clients as they move confidently into the future.

It has made us a leader in the world of dynamic growth and family businesses, and among the world’s leading creators and owners of private wealth and their families. Major corporates and institutions find our more considered and personal approach a refreshing alternative to conventional business law firms.

Charles Russell Speechlys

You must be a qualified solicitor (3-6 PQE) with strong financial services law knowledge, excellent communication and IT skills, and a commercial mindset. Team player with good judgement.

You will manage caseloads, provide legal advice, support marketing efforts, contribute to knowledge initiatives, draft legal documents, and ensure compliance with SRA regulations.

Legal

Banking & Finance

London

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 <p>The role is for a regulatory lawyer within the firm’s Financial Services team. The role will involve working across the team’s regulatory offering but with particular focus on supporting the following practice areas:</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Asset &amp; Wealth Managers;</li>
  <li>Private Banks;</li>
  <li>Broking, Trading &amp; Markets; and</li>
  <li>Fintech.</li>
 </ul><br> The work includes advising on a very broad spectrum of matters, including:
 <ul>
  <li>Perimeter issues;</li>
  <li>Advising on and progressing applications for authorisation;</li>
  <li>Arrangements to effect transfers of business including change in control applications;</li>
  <li>Advising on investigations by the FCA, the PRA, exchanges and other regulators;</li>
  <li>Drafting or reviewing a wide range of client terms of business and other agreements;</li>
  <li>Market conduct issues;</li>
  <li>Systems and controls and governance issues;</li>
  <li>Projects relating to regulatory developments and changes; and</li>
  <li>General compliance advice (including drafting or reviewing compliance policies, procedures and other documentation).</li>
 </ul>
 <p><b> Roles and Responsibilities:</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>Managing workload and providing legal advice to clients in a succinct, practical and persuasive manner;</li>
  <li>Managing a substantial and varied caseload efficiently and cost effectively with minimum supervision, appropriate to level of expertise;</li>
  <li>Supporting Partners in client marketing and business development activities to develop the group’s client base and network of referrers and contacts;</li>
  <li>Contributing to group knowledge and know-how initiatives;</li>
  <li>Drafting accurately and logically, making use of appropriate use of precedents where appropriate; and</li>
  <li>Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.</li>
 </ul>
 <p><b> Person specification:</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>Be an England and Wales qualified solicitor, or equivalent, between 3 and 6 year’s PQE;</li>
  <li>Demonstrate a good understanding of and be interested in the detail of financial services law and regulation;</li>
  <li>Be able to work as part of a pragmatic and ambitious team with a varied client base;</li>
  <li>Experience gained from an in-house role or direct financial services environment would be useful but is not a requirement;</li>
  <li>Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;</li>
  <li>Commercial awareness, financial acumen and business-like approach to both legal practice and business development;</li>
  <li>Enthusiasm, commitment and a flexible approach;</li>
  <li>Good people and team working skills;</li>
  <li>Effective decision making and judgement skills;</li>
  <li>Have excellent all round IT skills, MS Office including Excel and Word.</li>
 </ul>
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     London
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 The role is for a regulatory lawyer within the firm’s Financial Services team. The role will involve working across the team’s regulatory offering but with particular focus on supporting the following practice areas:
 
  Asset & Wealth Managers;
  Private Banks;
  Broking, Trading & Markets; and
  Fintech.
  The work includes advising on a very broad spectrum of matters, including:
 
  Perimeter issues;
  Advising on and progressing applications for authorisation;
  Arrangements to effect transfers of business including change in control applications;
  Advising on investigations by the FCA, the PRA, exchanges and other regulators;
  Drafting or reviewing a wide range of client terms of business and other agreements;
  Market conduct issues;
  Systems and controls and governance issues;
  Projects relating to regulatory developments and changes; and
  General compliance advice (including drafting or reviewing compliance policies, procedures and other documentation).
 
  Roles and Responsibilities:
 
  Managing workload and providing legal advice to clients in a succinct, practical and persuasive manner;
  Managing a substantial and varied caseload efficiently and cost effectively with minimum supervision, appropriate to level of expertise;
  Supporting Partners in client marketing and business development activities to develop the group’s client base and network of referrers and contacts;
  Contributing to group knowledge and know-how initiatives;
  Drafting accurately and logically, making use of appropriate use of precedents where appropriate; and
  Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.
 
  Person specification:
 
  Be an England and Wales qualified solicitor, or equivalent, between 3 and 6 year’s PQE;
  Demonstrate a good understanding of and be interested in the detail of financial services law and regulation;
  Be able to work as part of a pragmatic and ambitious team with a varied client base;
  Experience gained from an in-house role or direct financial services environment would be useful but is not a requirement;
  Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
  Commercial awareness, financial acumen and business-like approach to both legal practice and business development;
  Enthusiasm, commitment and a flexible approach;
  Good people and team working skills;
  Effective decision making and judgement skills;
  Have excellent all round IT skills, MS Office including Excel and Word.
 

 

 
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     London
    
    
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Associate - Financial Services Regulatory (3-6 PQE) - Charles Russell Speechlys

Associate - Financial Services Regulatory (3-6 PQE)

You must be a qualified solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE, ideally in Real Estate, possess strong communication and time management skills, and have experience in developing others.

You will manage a team of paralegals, ensure quality control, collaborate with fee earners, identify training needs, report on performance, and enhance tech integration for efficient service delivery.

Construction & Surveying

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 <p>This role will be working in the Construction, Real Estate and Disputes Division (CRED), managing the centralised paralegal resource hub based in the Guildford office as an office-based role, where the team deal with all types of property/property management and construction administration across our three groups, Construction Engineering and Projects, Real Estate and Real Estate Disputes. The role can be on a full or part time basis and with a flexible working pattern to be agreed.</p>
 <p>We are a team of specialists, that offer the strength and depth that comes from having a large, highly regarded team across the UK and our other global locations. Within the team, we have the full range of experts needed to advise throughout the entire property asset life cycle. We advise on every aspect of commercial property, at all levels of the division– and we strive for excellence and empower our colleagues to do so.</p>
 <p><b> Roles and Responsibilities</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>Managing the Hub team, comprising around 11 paralegals carrying out real estate, real estate disputes and construction, engineering and projects (“CRED”) work.</li>
  <li>Being responsible for quality control in the Hub.</li>
  <li>Working with fee earners to provide the most efficient and cost-effective support that the Hub can provide.</li>
  <li>Understanding the needs of the CRED team and setting up structures and processes to enable the Hub to efficiently service that need.</li>
  <li>Identifying and satisfying the training needs of the Hub.</li>
  <li>Reporting to and working with the CRS management team on the Hub’s service delivery and financial performance.</li>
  <li>Providing updates to the business about the Hub and educating the fee earners about the services that the Hub can provide.</li>
  <li>Encouraging fee earners to delegate work to the Hub.</li>
  <li>Developing the skills and breadth of tasks that the Hub undertakes.</li>
  <li>Working with the innovation and tech team to maximise the collaboration between that team and the Hub in order to utilise to greatest effect the tech solutions used by the business.</li>
  <li>Complying with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.</li>
 </ul>
 <p><b> Person Specification</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>Be an England &amp; Wales qualified solicitor or equivalent with at least 3 years’ PQE and ideally with a Real Estate related background.</li>
  <li>Able to integrate into teams effectively.</li>
  <li>Confidence in both verbal and written communication.</li>
  <li>Demonstrate excellent time management skills and stakeholder management.</li>
  <li>Have the ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels, being able to fit in with the Firm’s culture and the existing team.</li>
  <li>Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile.</li>
  <li>Experience of developing others.</li>
  <li>Commercial mindset.</li>
  <li>Focused on continuing improvement and evolution of the service.</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Competencies</p>
 <p></p>
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   <ul>
    <li>Working together</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Integrity and respect</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
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   <br>
   <ul>
    <li>Inclusive</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Personal impact and growth</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
  <div>
   <br>
   <ul>
    <li>Driving high standards</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Commercial mindset</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
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   <br>
   <ul>
    <li>Client - centric</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Responsible Business</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
 </div>
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     Location
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     Guildford
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     Category
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     Contract type
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     Permanent - Full Time
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     Salary
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     Competitive
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    <div>
     Working hours
    </div>
    <div>
     Full Time
    </div>
   </div>
  </div>
 </div>
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 This role will be working in the Construction, Real Estate and Disputes Division (CRED), managing the centralised paralegal resource hub based in the Guildford office as an office-based role, where the team deal with all types of property/property management and construction administration across our three groups, Construction Engineering and Projects, Real Estate and Real Estate Disputes. The role can be on a full or part time basis and with a flexible working pattern to be agreed.
 We are a team of specialists, that offer the strength and depth that comes from having a large, highly regarded team across the UK and our other global locations. Within the team, we have the full range of experts needed to advise throughout the entire property asset life cycle. We advise on every aspect of commercial property, at all levels of the division– and we strive for excellence and empower our colleagues to do so.
  Roles and Responsibilities
 
  Managing the Hub team, comprising around 11 paralegals carrying out real estate, real estate disputes and construction, engineering and projects (“CRED”) work.
  Being responsible for quality control in the Hub.
  Working with fee earners to provide the most efficient and cost-effective support that the Hub can provide.
  Understanding the needs of the CRED team and setting up structures and processes to enable the Hub to efficiently service that need.
  Identifying and satisfying the training needs of the Hub.
  Reporting to and working with the CRS management team on the Hub’s service delivery and financial performance.
  Providing updates to the business about the Hub and educating the fee earners about the services that the Hub can provide.
  Encouraging fee earners to delegate work to the Hub.
  Developing the skills and breadth of tasks that the Hub undertakes.
  Working with the innovation and tech team to maximise the collaboration between that team and the Hub in order to utilise to greatest effect the tech solutions used by the business.
  Complying with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.
 
  Person Specification
 
  Be an England & Wales qualified solicitor or equivalent with at least 3 years’ PQE and ideally with a Real Estate related background.
  Able to integrate into teams effectively.
  Confidence in both verbal and written communication.
  Demonstrate excellent time management skills and stakeholder management.
  Have the ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels, being able to fit in with the Firm’s culture and the existing team.
  Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile.
  Experience of developing others.
  Commercial mindset.
  Focused on continuing improvement and evolution of the service.
 
 Competencies
 
 
  
   
    Working together
   
   
    Integrity and respect
   
  
  
   
   
    Inclusive
   
   
    Personal impact and growth
   
  
  
   
   
    Driving high standards
   
   
    Commercial mindset
   
  
  
   
   
    Client - centric
   
   
    Responsible Business
   
  
 
 

 

 
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     Location
    
    
     Guildford
    
    
     Category
    
    
    
     Contract type
    
    
     Permanent - Full Time
    
    
     Salary
    
    
     Competitive
    
    
     Working hours
    
    
     Full Time
    
   
  
 


Paralegal Hub Lead - Charles Russell Speechlys

Paralegal Hub Lead

You must have advanced Microsoft Office skills, prior experience as a Legal Secretary, and familiarity with Practice Management systems.

You will coordinate client projects, manage relationships, handle communication and financial tasks, oversee admin duties, and support Partners and Fee Earners in various capacities.

Customer Relations

<div>
 <p>The Internal Client Services (ICS) team aim to deliver excellent secretarial, administrative and facility support services across the Firm which in turn underpins the service we are able to give to our clients.</p>
 <p>Vicki Napolitano, Director of ICS, leads the team and managing the secretarial team is Claire Phillips, Head of ICS. The structure is then made up of Client Services Leads, Client Services Executives (CSE), Client Document Executives (CDE) and Client Services Administrators (CSA).</p>
 <p>Role and Responsibilities (this is a broad but not exhaustive list)</p>
 <p>Project Co-ordination</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Distribute and co-ordinate appropriate support for specific client projects</li>
  <li>Set up processes for client matters through liaison with Partners, Fee Earners and client contacts</li>
  <li>Support Partners, Fee Earners and the Business Development and Marketing Teams with preparation of pitches, presentations and events and with other projects and tasks</li>
  <li>Identify and act upon process improvements across the team to enhance both internal and external client services</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Client Relationship Management</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Ensure that all client related correspondence is received by the appropriate Partner or Fee Earner</li>
  <li>Take an active role in relationship management and client care</li>
  <li>Enter and ensure accuracy of client information on the Client Relationship Management system, currently InterAction</li>
  <li>Communicate with external clients both independently and upon instructions from Partners and Fee Earners</li>
  <li>Arrange client meetings and ensure efficient responses to written and verbal client queries</li>
  <li>Check to ensure clients terms of business in place as soon as file opened and to follow up with Fee Earners accordingly</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Communication</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Take internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate and ensure that all messages are passed on in a timely manner</li>
  <li>Liaise with relevant Business Resource teams on behalf of Partners and Fee Earners</li>
  <li>Liaise with the Client Service Lead over planned absences, arranging cover as necessary and communicating this to the relevant Partners and Fee Earners</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Financial</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Assist Partners and Fee Earners in ensuring time recording is up to date and captured in a timely manner</li>
  <li>Liaise with the appropriate Finance team in relation to invoices, expenses, client billing and accounts</li>
  <li>Process invoices and expenses on the online system, currently Chrome</li>
  <li>Assist the billing and credit control processes and liaise with the Finance team in relation to these to ensure a consistent and efficient approach</li>
  <li>Produce standard financial and time reports through the system</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Administrative</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Participate in distribution of work and monitor progress of work allocated to Client Service Administrators to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner</li>
  <li>Monitor and track all tasks and prioritise accordingly</li>
  <li>Diary management and coordination to ensure Partners and Fee Earners receive regular updates on meeting arrangements</li>
  <li>Take responsibility for room booking and meeting coordination, including confirmation of attendees, arranging relevant technology, refreshments, and catering</li>
  <li>Ensure travel bookings are completed and that relevant information is submitted and communicated in advance</li>
  <li>Arrange for the photocopying, scanning, printing and filing to be carried out by the team</li>
  <li>Arrange for files to be opened, closed and maintained</li>
  <li>Supervise Client Services Administrators’ record keeping and general filing tasks</li>
  <li>Use effective systems to ensure both short and long term tasks are completed within required timescales</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Other duties and responsibilities</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Assisting other members of the team, both proactively and at the request of the Client Services Lead</li>
  <li>Provide cover for the Client Document Executives as necessary (for example during periods of heavy workloads, holiday or sickness periods)</li>
  <li>Short dictations and basic amendments and document updates</li>
  <li>Conflict searches, file opening and risk assessment forms</li>
  <li>Drafting letters of engagement</li>
  <li>Updating and maintaining integrity of information held in Outlook, InterAction and 3E</li>
  <li>Minor document production amendments and assistance</li>
  <li>Working effectively with other legal and Business Resource teams as required</li>
  <li>Any other duties as reasonably requested by Partners, Fee Earners, Client Services Leads or the Internal Client Services Manager</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Person specification</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Advanced knowledge and experience of using Software including all Microsoft Office packages</li>
  <li>Previous experience as a Legal Secretary.</li>
  <li>Experience of using Practice Management systems</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Competencies</p>
 <p></p>
 <div>
  <div>
   <ul>
    <li>Working together</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Integrity and respect</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
  <div>
   <br>
   <ul>
    <li>Inclusive</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Personal impact and growth</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
  <div>
   <br>
   <ul>
    <li>Driving high standards</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Commercial mindset</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
  <div>
   <br>
   <ul>
    <li>Client - centric</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Responsible Business</li>
   </ul>
  </div>
 </div>
 <p></p>
</div>
<p></p> <br>
<div>
 <div>
  <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>At a glance </b></h2>
  <div>
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    <div>
     Location
    </div>
    <div>
     Cheltenham
    </div>
    <div>
     Category
    </div>
    <div></div>
    <div>
     Contract type
    </div>
    <div>
     Permanent - Full Time
    </div>
    <div>
     Salary
    </div>
    <div>
     Competitive
    </div>
    <div>
     Working hours
    </div>
    <div>
     Full Time
    </div>
   </div>
  </div>
 </div>
</div>


 The Internal Client Services (ICS) team aim to deliver excellent secretarial, administrative and facility support services across the Firm which in turn underpins the service we are able to give to our clients.
 Vicki Napolitano, Director of ICS, leads the team and managing the secretarial team is Claire Phillips, Head of ICS. The structure is then made up of Client Services Leads, Client Services Executives (CSE), Client Document Executives (CDE) and Client Services Administrators (CSA).
 Role and Responsibilities (this is a broad but not exhaustive list)
 Project Co-ordination
 
  Distribute and co-ordinate appropriate support for specific client projects
  Set up processes for client matters through liaison with Partners, Fee Earners and client contacts
  Support Partners, Fee Earners and the Business Development and Marketing Teams with preparation of pitches, presentations and events and with other projects and tasks
  Identify and act upon process improvements across the team to enhance both internal and external client services
 
 Client Relationship Management
 
  Ensure that all client related correspondence is received by the appropriate Partner or Fee Earner
  Take an active role in relationship management and client care
  Enter and ensure accuracy of client information on the Client Relationship Management system, currently InterAction
  Communicate with external clients both independently and upon instructions from Partners and Fee Earners
  Arrange client meetings and ensure efficient responses to written and verbal client queries
  Check to ensure clients terms of business in place as soon as file opened and to follow up with Fee Earners accordingly
 
 Communication
 
  Take internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate and ensure that all messages are passed on in a timely manner
  Liaise with relevant Business Resource teams on behalf of Partners and Fee Earners
  Liaise with the Client Service Lead over planned absences, arranging cover as necessary and communicating this to the relevant Partners and Fee Earners
 
 Financial
 
  Assist Partners and Fee Earners in ensuring time recording is up to date and captured in a timely manner
  Liaise with the appropriate Finance team in relation to invoices, expenses, client billing and accounts
  Process invoices and expenses on the online system, currently Chrome
  Assist the billing and credit control processes and liaise with the Finance team in relation to these to ensure a consistent and efficient approach
  Produce standard financial and time reports through the system
 
 Administrative
 
  Participate in distribution of work and monitor progress of work allocated to Client Service Administrators to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner
  Monitor and track all tasks and prioritise accordingly
  Diary management and coordination to ensure Partners and Fee Earners receive regular updates on meeting arrangements
  Take responsibility for room booking and meeting coordination, including confirmation of attendees, arranging relevant technology, refreshments, and catering
  Ensure travel bookings are completed and that relevant information is submitted and communicated in advance
  Arrange for the photocopying, scanning, printing and filing to be carried out by the team
  Arrange for files to be opened, closed and maintained
  Supervise Client Services Administrators’ record keeping and general filing tasks
  Use effective systems to ensure both short and long term tasks are completed within required timescales
 
 Other duties and responsibilities
 
  Assisting other members of the team, both proactively and at the request of the Client Services Lead
  Provide cover for the Client Document Executives as necessary (for example during periods of heavy workloads, holiday or sickness periods)
  Short dictations and basic amendments and document updates
  Conflict searches, file opening and risk assessment forms
  Drafting letters of engagement
  Updating and maintaining integrity of information held in Outlook, InterAction and 3E
  Minor document production amendments and assistance
  Working effectively with other legal and Business Resource teams as required
  Any other duties as reasonably requested by Partners, Fee Earners, Client Services Leads or the Internal Client Services Manager
 
 Person specification
 
  Advanced knowledge and experience of using Software including all Microsoft Office packages
  Previous experience as a Legal Secretary.
  Experience of using Practice Management systems
 
 Competencies
 
 
  
   
    Working together
   
   
    Integrity and respect
   
  
  
   
   
    Inclusive
   
   
    Personal impact and growth
   
  
  
   
   
    Driving high standards
   
   
    Commercial mindset
   
  
  
   
   
    Client - centric
   
   
    Responsible Business
   
  
 
 

 

 
  At a glance 
  
   
    
     Location
    
    
     Cheltenham
    
    
     Category
    
    
    
     Contract type
    
    
     Permanent - Full Time
    
    
     Salary
    
    
     Competitive
    
    
     Working hours
    
    
     Full Time
    
   
  
 


Client Services Executive (Legal Secretary) - Charles Russell Speechlys

Client Services Executive (Legal Secretary)

You should be an experienced PSL/KDL with 8+ years’ PQE, strong communication, analytical, and commercial skills, proactive, tech-savvy, and capable of inspiring confidence.

You will develop client-facing Knowledge programs, review offerings for efficiency, advise clients, drive technology use, support global Knowledge standards, identify trends, and refine KPIs for success.

Research & Development

<div>
 <p>Knowledge Development Lawyers (KDLs) at Charles Russell Speechlys are experts within their field and they support and facilitate knowledge sharing and to implement an ambitious Knowledge Strategy. Knowledge directly supports the firm’s ambition to undertake complex, challenging, high-value work and deliver exceptional client service. KDLs have the responsibility of developing our unique, knowledge-sharing culture within the Firm which in turn drives efficiency and profitability. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do and KDLs create opportunities to use Knowledge to deepen our relationships with clients, ensuring that Knowledge is a driver for business and is used effectively to enhance our reputation.</p>
 <p>Role Objective: fill the significant gap and limited capacity within the team for oversight of our current Knowledge offering. This includes better co-ordination of our client facing Knowledge content and client value adds with an emphasis on maximising the value of our internal knowledge and data and using technology to drive efficiency. It will involve working collaboratively across multiple teams, including the Business Development and Marketing team.</p>
 <p>This role will form part of a small central team including the Knowledge Solutions Manager (who has responsibility for Knowledge Systems and internal content) and the Team Assistant. It is possible that in future the Central team will include other roles (for example, Knowledge paralegals) and may, in time, involve managing others.</p>
 <p>This will involve:</p>
 <ul>
  <li>Supporting the Director of Knowledge in developing a coherent set of client facing Knowledge programmes aligned to our BD client programmes</li>
  <li>Reviewing our current client offerings with a view to bringing efficiency of process and to demonstrate value</li>
  <li>From time to time giving specialist/technical advice to clients</li>
  <li>Participating in cross firm initiatives and projects such as the firmwide data project</li>
  <li>Playing a leading role in exploring the use of GenAI and other new technologies to drive efficiency</li>
  <li>Supporting the Director of Knowledge developing a standard Knowledge offering in offices outside of the UK, particularly where no KDL is present</li>
  <li>Identifying hot topics and emerging trends in Knowledge Management and ensuring our Knowledge offering is best in class</li>
  <li>Delivering relevant updates in and insights to KDLs and others</li>
  <li>Refining a set of KPIs for Knowledge and ensuring Knowledge has the tools a capability to show an excellent ROI, alignment with the Firms’ strategic priorities and the ability to demonstrate success</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Person specification</p>
 <ul>
  <li>A capable, experienced PSL/KDL with proven effectiveness in a commercial and pressurised environment</li>
  <li>Ability to demonstrate an understanding of clients’ areas of focus and priorities</li>
  <li>Excellent communication skills</li>
  <li>Strong analytical and research skills</li>
  <li>Ability to inspire confidence at every level of the business</li>
  <li>Ability to quickly develop own networks and use them effectively</li>
  <li>Self-aware, capable and proactive with the ability to work independently</li>
  <li>Displays a growth mindset and the ability to view challenges as opportunities</li>
  <li>Ability to cascade knowledge</li>
  <li>Commercial awareness, financial acumen and a business-like approach to legal practice</li>
  <li>Desire and ability to be involved in using technology to improve processes and drive efficiency</li>
 </ul>
 <p>The person filling this role will be a solicitor with at least 8 years’ PQE including at least four years as a PSL/KDL.</p>
 <p>General</p>
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  <li>Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.</li>
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     London
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     Competitive
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 Knowledge Development Lawyers (KDLs) at Charles Russell Speechlys are experts within their field and they support and facilitate knowledge sharing and to implement an ambitious Knowledge Strategy. Knowledge directly supports the firm’s ambition to undertake complex, challenging, high-value work and deliver exceptional client service. KDLs have the responsibility of developing our unique, knowledge-sharing culture within the Firm which in turn drives efficiency and profitability. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do and KDLs create opportunities to use Knowledge to deepen our relationships with clients, ensuring that Knowledge is a driver for business and is used effectively to enhance our reputation.
 Role Objective: fill the significant gap and limited capacity within the team for oversight of our current Knowledge offering. This includes better co-ordination of our client facing Knowledge content and client value adds with an emphasis on maximising the value of our internal knowledge and data and using technology to drive efficiency. It will involve working collaboratively across multiple teams, including the Business Development and Marketing team.
 This role will form part of a small central team including the Knowledge Solutions Manager (who has responsibility for Knowledge Systems and internal content) and the Team Assistant. It is possible that in future the Central team will include other roles (for example, Knowledge paralegals) and may, in time, involve managing others.
 This will involve:
 
  Supporting the Director of Knowledge in developing a coherent set of client facing Knowledge programmes aligned to our BD client programmes
  Reviewing our current client offerings with a view to bringing efficiency of process and to demonstrate value
  From time to time giving specialist/technical advice to clients
  Participating in cross firm initiatives and projects such as the firmwide data project
  Playing a leading role in exploring the use of GenAI and other new technologies to drive efficiency
  Supporting the Director of Knowledge developing a standard Knowledge offering in offices outside of the UK, particularly where no KDL is present
  Identifying hot topics and emerging trends in Knowledge Management and ensuring our Knowledge offering is best in class
  Delivering relevant updates in and insights to KDLs and others
  Refining a set of KPIs for Knowledge and ensuring Knowledge has the tools a capability to show an excellent ROI, alignment with the Firms’ strategic priorities and the ability to demonstrate success
 
 Person specification
 
  A capable, experienced PSL/KDL with proven effectiveness in a commercial and pressurised environment
  Ability to demonstrate an understanding of clients’ areas of focus and priorities
  Excellent communication skills
  Strong analytical and research skills
  Ability to inspire confidence at every level of the business
  Ability to quickly develop own networks and use them effectively
  Self-aware, capable and proactive with the ability to work independently
  Displays a growth mindset and the ability to view challenges as opportunities
  Ability to cascade knowledge
  Commercial awareness, financial acumen and a business-like approach to legal practice
  Desire and ability to be involved in using technology to improve processes and drive efficiency
 
 The person filling this role will be a solicitor with at least 8 years’ PQE including at least four years as a PSL/KDL.
 General
 
  Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.
 

 

 
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Knowledge Development Lawyer - Charles Russell Speechlys

Knowledge Development Lawyer

You should have expertise in employment tribunal proceedings, data protection, TUPE, and grievances. Strong communication, business development skills, and 5+ years PQE are essential.

You will advise clients on employment matters, manage tribunal litigation, conduct due diligence, draft documents, supervise junior staff, and support business development activities.

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 <p>We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Employment Team in the London office. You will be working on a mix of contentious, transactional and advisory matters, looking to develop your career in a friendly and collegiate team.</p>
 <p>We offer a truly supportive environment for colleagues through specific and tailored training that ensures the right foundations for learning and development. We help guide and nurture our Associates, Advisors and Specialists through a bespoke Charles Russell Speechlys Business School programme, to develop professional business skills, not just their technical legal skills.</p>
 <p><b> Roles and Responsibilities</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>Providing all aspects of advice to clients on employment documentation, policies, disciplinary and grievances, family friendly issues, redundancy processes and GDPR.</li>
  <li>Running employment tribunal litigation including drafting Grounds of Resistance, Particulars of Claim, attending Preliminary Hearings and dealing with case management steps.</li>
  <li>Carrying out due diligence on transactions and advising on “red flag” issues, drafting warranties and indemnities and advising on TUPE.</li>
  <li>Advising Senior Executives on maximising their severance terms on exit.</li>
  <li>Advising on all aspects of employment and partnership disputes (knowledge of High Court CPR is valued but not a pre-requisite).</li>
  <li>Taking a ‘hands on’ approach to managing own files and a broad case load</li>
  <li>Drafting more complex documents with minimum instruction and supervision, making use of appropriate precedents</li>
  <li>Applying a commercial approach to research and evaluate relevance and accuracy in delivery of advice</li>
  <li>Where appropriate, delegating, co-ordinating and supervising the work of more junior members of the team</li>
  <li>Supporting Partners in client marketing and business development activities to develop the team’s client base, the individual’s contacts and the team’s network of referrers</li>
  <li>Contributing to group knowledge and know-how initiatives</li>
  <li>Complying with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.</li>
 </ul>
 <p><b> Skills and Experience</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>Ability to demonstrate conduct of employment tribunal proceedings on behalf of Respondents and Claimants.</li>
  <li>Familiar with employment data protection and privacy issues including Data Subject Access Requests.</li>
  <li>Ability to contribute to business development initiatives, such as through article writing and attendance at networking events.</li>
  <li>Experienced in giving advice on transactions both for buyer and seller and advising on all aspects of TUPE.</li>
  <li>Expertise in dealing with employment status issues including worker status and drafting contracts for services.</li>
  <li>Experienced on all aspects of grievances, performance issues and disciplinary matters.</li>
  <li>Experience of handling dismissals in the context of the financial services industry and an understanding of relevant regulatory issues (desirable but not a pre-requisite).</li>
  <li>Ability to present employment training to peers and clients alike.</li>
 </ul>
 <p><b> Person Specification</b></p>
 <ul>
  <li>England and Wales qualified (or equivalent) with ideally a minimum of 5 years’ PQE.</li>
  <li>Be confident to work autonomously and as part of a team.</li>
  <li>Willing to contribute to a busy and successful team with growth ambitions.</li>
  <li>Demonstrate excellent time management skills and have the ability to work to (often short) deadlines.</li>
  <li>Have the ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels.</li>
  <li>Be confident in both verbal and written communication with a diverse range of clients.</li>
  <li>Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile.</li>
  <li>Have a pragmatic and results-oriented approach.</li>
  <li>Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.</li>
  <li>Have a willingness to engage in business development activities to raise the profile of the team internally and externally.</li>
  <li>Balance both team and independent working practice.</li>
 </ul>
 <p><b> Competencies</b></p>
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    <li>Working together</li>
   </ul>
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    <li>Integrity and respect</li>
   </ul>
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    <li>Inclusive</li>
   </ul>
   <ul>
    <li>Personal impact and growth</li>
   </ul>
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   <br>
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    <li>Driving high standards</li>
   </ul>
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    <li>Commercial mindset</li>
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    <li>Client - centric</li>
   </ul>
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    <li>Responsible Business</li>
   </ul>
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  <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>At a glance </b></h2>
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     Location
    </div>
    <div>
     London
    </div>
    <div>
     Category
    </div>
    <div></div>
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     Contract type
    </div>
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     Permanent - Full Time
    </div>
    <div>
     Salary
    </div>
    <div>
     Competitive
    </div>
    <div>
     Working hours
    </div>
    <div>
     Full Time
    </div>
   </div>
  </div>
 </div>
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 We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Employment Team in the London office. You will be working on a mix of contentious, transactional and advisory matters, looking to develop your career in a friendly and collegiate team.
 We offer a truly supportive environment for colleagues through specific and tailored training that ensures the right foundations for learning and development. We help guide and nurture our Associates, Advisors and Specialists through a bespoke Charles Russell Speechlys Business School programme, to develop professional business skills, not just their technical legal skills.
  Roles and Responsibilities
 
  Providing all aspects of advice to clients on employment documentation, policies, disciplinary and grievances, family friendly issues, redundancy processes and GDPR.
  Running employment tribunal litigation including drafting Grounds of Resistance, Particulars of Claim, attending Preliminary Hearings and dealing with case management steps.
  Carrying out due diligence on transactions and advising on “red flag” issues, drafting warranties and indemnities and advising on TUPE.
  Advising Senior Executives on maximising their severance terms on exit.
  Advising on all aspects of employment and partnership disputes (knowledge of High Court CPR is valued but not a pre-requisite).
  Taking a ‘hands on’ approach to managing own files and a broad case load
  Drafting more complex documents with minimum instruction and supervision, making use of appropriate precedents
  Applying a commercial approach to research and evaluate relevance and accuracy in delivery of advice
  Where appropriate, delegating, co-ordinating and supervising the work of more junior members of the team
  Supporting Partners in client marketing and business development activities to develop the team’s client base, the individual’s contacts and the team’s network of referrers
  Contributing to group knowledge and know-how initiatives
  Complying with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.
 
  Skills and Experience
 
  Ability to demonstrate conduct of employment tribunal proceedings on behalf of Respondents and Claimants.
  Familiar with employment data protection and privacy issues including Data Subject Access Requests.
  Ability to contribute to business development initiatives, such as through article writing and attendance at networking events.
  Experienced in giving advice on transactions both for buyer and seller and advising on all aspects of TUPE.
  Expertise in dealing with employment status issues including worker status and drafting contracts for services.
  Experienced on all aspects of grievances, performance issues and disciplinary matters.
  Experience of handling dismissals in the context of the financial services industry and an understanding of relevant regulatory issues (desirable but not a pre-requisite).
  Ability to present employment training to peers and clients alike.
 
  Person Specification
 
  England and Wales qualified (or equivalent) with ideally a minimum of 5 years’ PQE.
  Be confident to work autonomously and as part of a team.
  Willing to contribute to a busy and successful team with growth ambitions.
  Demonstrate excellent time management skills and have the ability to work to (often short) deadlines.
  Have the ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels.
  Be confident in both verbal and written communication with a diverse range of clients.
  Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile.
  Have a pragmatic and results-oriented approach.
  Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
  Have a willingness to engage in business development activities to raise the profile of the team internally and externally.
  Balance both team and independent working practice.
 
  Competencies
 
 
  
   
    Working together
   
   
    Integrity and respect
   
  
  
   
   
    Inclusive
   
   
    Personal impact and growth
   
  
  
   
   
    Driving high standards
   
   
    Commercial mindset
   
  
  
   
   
    Client - centric
   
   
    Responsible Business
   
  
 
 

 

 
  At a glance 
  
   
    
     Location
    
    
     London
    
    
     Category
    
    
    
     Contract type
    
    
     Permanent - Full Time
    
    
     Salary
    
    
     Competitive
    
    
     Working hours
    
    
     Full Time
    
   
  
 


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