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We now have an opportunity to appoint an experienced lawyer to join our Litigation & Regulatory Knowledge Management team as a Knowledge Development Lawyer with a focus.The main purpose of the role is to:Support the construction disputes teamSupport the Global construction disputes teamPlay a leadership role in the development and growth of the Global construction disputes businessSupport the Litigation & Regulatory Group's Knowledge strategy and the firm's overarching Knowledge approachEnhance the quality of the teams legal practice and to be a role model for technical knowledge, skill, and advisory techniques in the GroupChampion the firm's vision for Knowledge across the Group providing structure, support and insight to help grow the teamWhile prior experience as a Knowledge Lawyer is desirable, we also welcome applications from individuals with the appropriate background who are transitioning from a fee-earning role into the Knowledge environment.We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background and work within an agile working policy to allow flexibility across home and office working.Main duties and responsibilitiesThe local element of the role includes:Working with the construction disputes team, via a training committee, to design and deliver a training programme of monthly internal training, including junior and whole team trainingDelivering a twice-yearly programme of construction trainee training and presenting several of the sessionsOrganising construction disputes training days a year, one in London, one in ManchesterAssisting with queries on construction law, contract law, construction contracts, adjudication and construction dispute resolution generallyProviding internal updates - including review of recent cases, regulatory developments and external training offersAssisting partners and associates with ideas for and materials for conferences and client training, updating client training menu and storing materials for re-useAdvising on negotiation of Terms and Conditions with expert witnessesLiaising with external experts and Barristers on training opportunitiesDrafting, managing, and updating construction disputes Knowledge documents on various internal platformsWorking with the firms' Trainee Lawyers to produce and edit a monthly Case Law updateCollaborating with sector groups and knowledge lawyers from other teams including Real EstateConstruction, Projects, and Planning. Including providing Knowledge input to the ICT leadershipMaintaining relationships with external bodiesManaging construction disputes library, journal resources and membershipsThe international element of this role includes:Working with the Co-Chairs of Global Construction Disputes group and Marketing & Business Development to plan and deliver global construction activitiesWorking as part of the Litigation and Regulatory Knowledge team, assisting with Litigation and Arbitration queriesWorking as part of a team to deliver client-facing Global Construction newsletterAttending and providing updates at monthly Global Construction team meetingsAssisting with organisation and delivery of global training day, including suggesting topics, attending, and presentingContributing to thought leadership pieces including proposing, drafting, and editing articlesLiaising with other jurisdictions (particularly Middle East) re training, experts database, articles and completion of CLPD formsInvolvement in other global construction activities including DLA Piper conferences, suggesting international conferences, international journalsSharing knowledge, best practice and training across the Group and the DLA Knowledge community.Working, as relevant with the professionals in our Electronic Data Management, Law & and AI teams to help develop and promote best practice in legal disputes process and in use of disputes tools and technologyAttending external training conferences to keep up to date with relevant developments in the law, business environment and KnowledgeAbout youPreferably arbitration experienceExcellent technical academic credentials and broad in-depth relevant practical experienceExceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to connect, influence and collaborate in a multi-cultural environment across multiple geographiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsHighly organised and able to co-ordinate and deliver projectsExperience of developing knowledge resources and delivering trainingKnowledge of black letter lawAbility to work with the Head of Knowledge, other Knowledge Development Lawyers, the Partners and Marketing & Business Development teams to identify and develop new client products, insights, and trainingAbility to assess competing priorities and provide solutions to address themWe would be pleased to consider applications from individuals from a private practice or in-house background as well as established Professional Support/Knowledge professionalsAbout usDLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers and business service professionals located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies.Our valuesIn everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values:Be Supportive we are compassionate and inclusive, valuing diversity and acting thoughtfullyBe Collaborative - we are proactive, passionate team players investing in our relationshipsBe Bold - we are fearless and inquisitive, challenging ourselves to think big and find creative new solutionsBe Exceptional - we are strategic and driven, exceeding standards and expectationsDiversity and inclusionAt DLA Piper, diversity and inclusion underpins how we live our values and everything we do. We believe that everyone has a voice, and that everyones voice counts. We know that the rich diversity across our firm makes us stronger, more innovative and creative, which helps us to better serve our clients and communities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our global firm, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.Diversity of perspective, thought, background and culture combine to make us the leading global law firm; thats why we actively seek to build balanced teams. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits and where relevant, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and work-related references.Birmingham, United KingdomWant to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.Leeds, United KingdomLondon, United KingdomManchester, United KingdomSheffield, United KingdomRequesting AdjustmentsAt DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.Agile WorkingWe recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. Thats why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.Pre-Engagement ScreeningIn the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.Our hiring approachOur hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as