457 Global Law jobs in the United Kingdom

Step into a pivotal role with a leading global law firm, shaping the knowledge strategy for a top-tier finance practice. This is your chance to work at the forefront of high-value, cross-border finance matters while enjoying autonomy, innovation, and global collaboration.

Why Apply?

• Attractive six-figure salary and competitive benefits package.
• Work with a highly ranked finance team advising major financial institutions, funds, and corporates.
• Influence and innovate , driving knowledge strategy across an international platform.

Based in London, you’ll partner with senior lawyers and knowledge specialists across multiple jurisdictions, leading initiatives to capture, refine, and share market-leading legal know-how. You’ll oversee the creation and maintenance of technical resources, deliver engaging training, monitor legal and market developments, and contribute to client-facing thought leadership. The position combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, offering the scope to make a measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the finance group’s knowledge management strategy in alignment with global objectives.
• Maintain and develop high-quality precedents, templates, and other knowledge resources.
• Keep the team ahead of legal and regulatory changes, providing clear and practical guidance.
• Design and deliver targeted training programmes for lawyers at all levels.
• Collaborate with business development on client-focused initiatives and thought leadership.
• Identify and implement efficiencies through legal technology and process innovation.

About You

This role would suit a qualified lawyer with 10+ years’ PQE in finance law, ideally gained at a top-tier international law firm. You may currently hold a senior knowledge role or be a senior fee-earner with significant experience in knowledge management activities. You’ll bring first-class technical skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to build strong relationships at all levels, along with a proactive and collaborative approach.

If you’re ready to combine deep finance law expertise with strategic innovation in a collaborative and forward-thinking global environment, this could be your ideal next career move.

Title: Business Development Executive

Salary: Competitive

Hybrid: 3 days in office / 2 from home

Location: London Liverpool St / Fenchurch St

Ryder Reid Legal is recruiting for a Business Development Executive to join the dynamic team of one of our prestigious, global law firm clients on a permanent basis. The Business Development Executive will play a crucial role in driving the firm’s business development and marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Championing best practices in Salesforce (CRM technology) for marketing activities.
• Executing marketing campaigns and collaborating with BD team members.
• Preparing and managing pitches, RFPs, capability statements, and presentations.
• Managing attorney biographies and ensuring they are up-to-date.
• Analysing data related to client alerts, campaigns, pitches, and events.
• Producing and maintaining a library of client-focused documents.
• Collaborating closely with Business Development Managers.
• Supporting the London team in delivering campaigns and BD plans.
• Building strong relationships with attorneys and global colleagues.
• Delivering client-facing presentations and supporting attorneys on BD initiatives.
• Driving cross-border initiatives and global BD & marketing projects.
• Providing administrative support and coordinating research for sponsorship opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate: Holds a bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field and have over two years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm. Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and possess excellent writing and organizational skills. Possess interpersonal skills enable them to work effectively in a matrixed organization and be flexible and responsive to the needs of the team.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Are you a senior corporate lawyer with a passion for knowledge, strategy, and innovation? This is a rare opportunity to join a prestigious international law firm in a part-time (3 days per week) Knowledge Counsel role supporting its Corporate & Securities practice.

Working alongside top-ranked lawyers on high-profile cross-border transactions, you’ll play a vital role in shaping legal knowledge, enhancing efficiency, and delivering training that supports technical excellence across the team. With a focus on private M&A and contract law, this is a position of real impact and influence.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading and implementing the knowledge strategy for the Corporate team
• Drafting and maintaining precedents, how-to guides, and training materials
• Supporting legal and client teams on technical queries and updates
• Designing engaging legal training programmes and resources
• Contributing to thought leadership, client-facing content, and legal updates
• Collaborating globally to share best practices and drive innovation through tech

This role requires a senior corporate lawyer with 10+ years’ PQE, well-versed in private M&A and contract law. Strong drafting, negotiation, and research skills are essential, as is the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and drive knowledge initiatives independently.

This is an exceptional chance to shape the knowledge landscape of a world-class corporate team, while enjoying flexibility and a collaborative firm culture. Interested candidates with the right blend of technical strength, strategic insight, and a passion for knowledge are encouraged to apply.

Title: Business Development Executive

Salary: Competitive

Hybrid: 3 days in office / 2 from home

Location: London Liverpool St / Fenchurch St

Ryder Reid Legal is recruiting for a Business Development Executive to join the dynamic team of one of our prestigious, global law firm clients on a permanent basis. The Business Development Executive will play a crucial role in driving the firm’s business development and marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Championing best practices in Salesforce (CRM technology) for marketing activities.
• Executing marketing campaigns and collaborating with BD team members.
• Preparing and managing pitches, RFPs, capability statements, and presentations.
• Managing attorney biographies and ensuring they are up-to-date.
• Analysing data related to client alerts, campaigns, pitches, and events.
• Producing and maintaining a library of client-focused documents.
• Collaborating closely with Business Development Managers.
• Supporting the London team in delivering campaigns and BD plans.
• Building strong relationships with attorneys and global colleagues.
• Delivering client-facing presentations and supporting attorneys on BD initiatives.
• Driving cross-border initiatives and global BD & marketing projects.
• Providing administrative support and coordinating research for sponsorship opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate: Holds a bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field and have over two years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm. Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and possess excellent writing and organizational skills. Possess interpersonal skills enable them to work effectively in a matrixed organization and be flexible and responsive to the needs of the team.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Step into a pivotal role with a leading global law firm, shaping the knowledge strategy for a top-tier finance practice. This is your chance to work at the forefront of high-value, cross-border finance matters while enjoying autonomy, innovation, and global collaboration.

Why Apply?

• Attractive six-figure salary and competitive benefits package.
• Work with a highly ranked finance team advising major financial institutions, funds, and corporates.
• Influence and innovate , driving knowledge strategy across an international platform.

Based in London, you’ll partner with senior lawyers and knowledge specialists across multiple jurisdictions, leading initiatives to capture, refine, and share market-leading legal know-how. You’ll oversee the creation and maintenance of technical resources, deliver engaging training, monitor legal and market developments, and contribute to client-facing thought leadership. The position combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, offering the scope to make a measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the finance group’s knowledge management strategy in alignment with global objectives.
• Maintain and develop high-quality precedents, templates, and other knowledge resources.
• Keep the team ahead of legal and regulatory changes, providing clear and practical guidance.
• Design and deliver targeted training programmes for lawyers at all levels.
• Collaborate with business development on client-focused initiatives and thought leadership.
• Identify and implement efficiencies through legal technology and process innovation.

About You

This role would suit a qualified lawyer with 10+ years’ PQE in finance law, ideally gained at a top-tier international law firm. You may currently hold a senior knowledge role or be a senior fee-earner with significant experience in knowledge management activities. You’ll bring first-class technical skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to build strong relationships at all levels, along with a proactive and collaborative approach.

If you’re ready to combine deep finance law expertise with strategic innovation in a collaborative and forward-thinking global environment, this could be your ideal next career move.

The Role: Manage procurement across Facilities Management, Marketing, Travel & Professional Services. Lead supplier onboarding, contract negotiations, and RFP processes while working closely with Legal, Risk, and Finance teams.

What You Need:

• Procurement experience in Professional Services , Marketing , Travel and/or Facilities Management
• Complex contract negotiation skills
• Multinational organisation experience
• Strong Excel and stakeholder management abilities
• Relevant degree or equivalent procurement experience

Whats On Offer:

• Hybrid working (40% onsite, 60% remote)
• Direct report to the Head of Procurement
• Global impact across multiple categories
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Central London location
• Base salary of £70,000 - £80,000 + discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits
  • Private Healthcare
  • Life Cover
  • PHI/Group Income Protection
  • Company Sick Pay
  • BUPA Dental
  • Season Ticket Loan
  • Cycle to Work Scheme

Ready to make your mark at a market-leading law firm?

Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned financial crime lawyer to join a prestigious, globally recognised law firm’s Office of the General Counsel on a 6-month fixed-term contract with scope to extend. You’ll work alongside senior partners and business leaders, directly influencing the firm’s economic crime compliance strategy and helping to shape robust policies and procedures across multiple jurisdictions. From day one, you will be a trusted advisor on high-profile matters, with the autonomy to take ownership of complex projects in a supportive, collaborative, and truly international environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, you will play a key role in ensuring the firm’s compliance with economic crime regulations, covering anti-money laundering, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, and fraud prevention. You’ll support lawyers and the new business intake team on complex clearances, advise on sensitive and high-stakes matters, and drive the development and delivery of policies and training.

Who would this suit?

You will be a qualified lawyer with a minimum of four years’ PQE, with strong experience in financial crime gained within a law firm’s risk function essential. You will have a proven ability to manage sensitive matters with senior stakeholders, combining strong technical knowledge of economic crime regulations with excellent communication, diplomacy, and presentation skills. Adept at turning complex regulatory requirements into practical policies and procedures, you will also have experience in policy development, delivering engaging training, and managing multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional setting.

Why Apply?

• Work directly with senior stakeholders in a globally integrated law firm.
• Engage in high-impact, cross-border compliance work with an attractive salary.
• A collaborative, values-driven culture that recognises your expertise.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a role where your decisions will make a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned financial crime lawyer to join a prestigious, globally recognised law firm’s Office of the General Counsel on a 6-month fixed-term contract with scope to extend. You’ll work alongside senior partners and business leaders, directly influencing the firm’s economic crime compliance strategy and helping to shape robust policies and procedures across multiple jurisdictions. From day one, you will be a trusted advisor on high-profile matters, with the autonomy to take ownership of complex projects in a supportive, collaborative, and truly international environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, you will play a key role in ensuring the firm’s compliance with economic crime regulations, covering anti-money laundering, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, and fraud prevention. You’ll support lawyers and the new business intake team on complex clearances, advise on sensitive and high-stakes matters, and drive the development and delivery of policies and training.

Who would this suit?

You will be a qualified lawyer with a minimum of four years’ PQE, with strong experience in financial crime gained within a law firm’s risk function essential. You will have a proven ability to manage sensitive matters with senior stakeholders, combining strong technical knowledge of economic crime regulations with excellent communication, diplomacy, and presentation skills. Adept at turning complex regulatory requirements into practical policies and procedures, you will also have experience in policy development, delivering engaging training, and managing multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional setting.

Why Apply?

• Work directly with senior stakeholders in a globally integrated law firm.
• Engage in high-impact, cross-border compliance work with an attractive salary.
• A collaborative, values-driven culture that recognises your expertise.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a role where your decisions will make a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you.