Description:

The Content Development Lawyer with Contentious Specialism will manage and execute legal content development projects and Knowledge initiatives for the practice and industry groups and the Knowledge function, within the context of the Firm's Knowledge services and strategy.

Responsibilities:
Through the Knowledge services, to create and make first-class knowledge easily available increasing the quality, consistency, and cost-effectiveness of the advice, service, and products that A Multinational Law Firm Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois gives its clients, including:

Knowledge and Expertise

Directly or by supporting or coordinating, in collaboration with relevant lawyers or Knowledge Lawyers, undertake the following tasks as appropriate:
Precedents. Draft, develop, and automate precedents and other legal content

Current awareness and commercial/industry know-how. Keep abreast and provide regular updates on key developments. Apply an understanding of key clients' industries and businesses to all activities. Work with other PGs and IGs to provide the most holistic legal, commercial, and industry know-how possible. Leverage industry periodicals and media to enhance industry knowledge and identify opportunities for involvement in industry meetings
Requests. Respond to ad hoc inquiries from Knowledge Lawyers and Lawyers with on-point, thorough, and timely answers. Develop a reputation as a go-to expert
Know how development. Collect and input PG/IG know-how into the firm's global repository of knowledge and populate global, multi-jurisdictional databases and resources. Identify gaps in core know-how and work to fill them, identifying opportunities for leveraging and localizing content elsewhere
Training. Identify the training needs of the business. Leverage firm resources and processes to produce training materials and courses efficiently and of the highest possible quality
Client-facing knowledge. Provide legal input into client-facing initiatives and other business development resources and products and coordinate their delivery as required

Identify and lead content development Knowledge projects and initiatives as relevant and aligned with Knowledge services and strategy
Maintain legal expertise in the role holder's primary area(s) of practice and support such other practice areas as required
Service Orientation and Work Management
In line with the Knowledge services and strategy, support and work closely with:

The Lead Knowledge Lawyer(s) including liaising with Knowledge Lawyers and other business professionals as appropriate in carrying out the main responsibilities, including content priorities
The Senior Manager for Content Development and the other Knowledge Specialists to understand and ensure that the creation, collection, and maintenance of Knowledge content takes place per policy and best practice
The Knowledge Service Owner for Content Development to ensure the consistent delivery and standard of excellent Knowledge services and aligned products to lawyers and clients
Content Development Paralegals and Analysts(as relevant), providing legal training and guidance as required to ensure high-performing teams and that their output meets the required quality standards
Relationships: Promote and identify ways to strengthen the Knowledge culture. Build lasting relationships throughout the Firm through collaboration, mutual respect, and a reputation for competence. Advocate and be a positive spokesperson for Knowledge. Support diversity and inclusion, CSR, and pro bono activities
Operations and innovation: Proactively seek ways to improve the role holder's and PG/IG service and efficiency and contribute to best practices. Actively participate in

Knowledge projects and identify opportunities for innovation
Systems and tools. Develop a comprehensive understanding and support and drive the adoption of Knowledge systems, services, and other legal technology and tools.
Take ownership of delivery

Experience Required:

Experience as a practicing lawyer preferably within a Contentious practice including Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration or Compliance & Investigations with a good level of technical legal knowledge
Experience as a Professional Support Lawyer/Knowledge Lawyer with a sound understanding of Knowledge Management within a law firm environment is preferable, including designing and implementing Knowledge solutions
Excellent English language skills (verbal and written)
Ability to manage and consult with multiple stakeholders including senior leaders and communicate effectively in a large, multi-cultural, multi-level environment. Highly credible and persuasive
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships virtually and work collaboratively
Demonstrated ability to drive results with a sense of urgency in planning and executing work
Good coaching, counseling, business acumen, and overall communication skills. Highly credible presentation skills
Excellent time management and organization. Ability to prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines
Strong word processing and spreadsheet skills
Experience in or willingness to learn document automation and other legal technology