Corporate Knowledge & Innovation Attorney (Non-Billable)

kay search group•New York, NY

20h•$265,000•Hybrid

About The Position

An exciting opportunity to join the award-winning Knowledge & Innovation (K&I) team of a premier global AM 100 law firm. As a K&I Attorney, you’ll work at the forefront of legal transformation—empowering corporate legal teams with next-generation tools, best-in-class knowledge systems, and cutting-edge legal technology. This is a high-impact, strategic role designed for a collaborative, tech-curious M&A or Capital Markets attorney ready to enhance practice group excellence and deliver measurable client value.

Requirements

J.D. and 4+ years of experience practicing Capital Markets, M&A or corporate law at a top-tier firm.
Deep understanding of transactional workflows, legal documents, and deal dynamics.
Demonstrated interest in legal innovation, tech adoption, and process improvement.
Outstanding communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting private equity clients is a strong plus.
Prior experience in a knowledge, innovation, or legal tech role is preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice Enablement: Develop, manage, and optimize knowledge resources, precedents, and market data for corporate/M&A lawyers.
Innovation Leadership: Identify and implement legal tech and process improvements to support practice workflows, reduce inefficiencies, and solve pain points.
Training & Adoption: Deliver engaging practice-specific training, demos, and communications to drive tech adoption—including generative AI solutions.
Client-Facing Impact: Support client engagement by creating scalable, value-driven knowledge materials and participating in innovation-focused discussions.
Legal Tech Evaluation: Assess and recommend tools that enhance transactional efficiency and knowledge capture.
Thought Leadership: Stay on the pulse of legal innovation trends and provide strategic insights to elevate practice group performance.