At a Glance
- Tasks: Support knowledge strategy and develop innovative legal resources in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join a global legal practice known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with support for mental health and flexible work options.
- Why this job: Make an impact at the intersection of law, technology, and knowledge management.
- Qualifications: Post-admission experience in a law firm with strong communication and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice. We provide the world's pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. We have more than 4000 lawyers based in over 58 offices across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Knowledge Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join our Legal Operations & Knowledge team on a permanent part-time basis (4 days per week). This role can be based in any of our Australian offices, with Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane preferred. Reporting to the Head of Knowledge, you will play an important role in supporting the development and delivery of the firm's knowledge strategy across Australia. Working closely with partners, lawyers and business services teams, you will help ensure our people have access to high-quality knowledge resources, training and innovative legal technology solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of legal expertise, knowledge management and innovation. You will contribute to the development of knowledge assets, precedents and practical guidance, support training initiatives, and assist with the adoption of emerging technologies, including GenAI solutions.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Developing and maintaining knowledge assets, precedents and practical resources
- Supporting knowledge management initiatives across the firm
- Designing and delivering training programmes and knowledge-sharing activities
- Assisting with the implementation and adoption of legal technology and GenAI solutions
- Collaborating with lawyers and business services teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Supporting best practice and innovation across the firm's legal teams
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- Several years' post-admission experience
- Experience gained within a law firm environment, ideally a large commercial or international law firm
- Broad commercial legal experience
- Strong drafting, research and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail
- Experience delivering CLE (Continuing Legal Education), training programmes or other knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and collaboration skills
- An interest in knowledge management, legal technology and innovation
- Experience in precedent drafting and development is desirable
- Experience with document automation or legal technology solutions is desirable
Why Norton Rose Fulbright?
Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment. We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace Equality Index. In 2025 we were re-accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace and always encourage people to discuss flexible and hybrid work options with us. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please be aware in the course of routine work some of our lawyers and teams can be exposed to details of trauma. The firm has controls in place including educational and psychological support. Our talent team can provide further details.
Senior Knowledge Lawyer in Sydney employer: Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright is an exceptional employer that champions diversity and inclusivity, making it a standout choice for professionals seeking meaningful work in the legal sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the firm offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Located in vibrant Australian cities like Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, employees benefit from access to cutting-edge legal technology and a culture that prioritises well-being and professional development.
