Professional Support Lawyer - Regulatory.

The PSL will work alongside the existing global PSL team to ensure that a consistent level of quality support is offered to the Cayman Islands Regulatory teams globally.

This role is ideally for an experienced PSL or fee earner with a minimum of six years' PQE. You will be an integral member of the Regulatory practice group, working closely with and under the supervision and direction of the practice group leaders and partners to support the practice and its knowledge management needs. You will not be expected to undertake direct client-facing work.

The PSL will report to the Global Head of Professional Support.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Developing, drafting and maintaining precedents, legal guides and practice notes
• Researching, monitoring and analysing legal and industry developments and trends
• Preparing concise briefings for internal teams and clients, including alerts and topical emails
• Coordinating internal and external training sessions on relevant legal and regulatory matters. This might include preparing and delivering training, where appropriate
• Assisting with client development and marketing initiatives, including creating, producing and delivering thought leadership content, blogs, presentations, podcasts and webinars
• Reviewing and updating checklists, other standardised and automated documents to ensure new joiners and transactional lawyers operate in an efficient and consistent manner
• Liaising with lawyers to gather feedback, raise awareness and promote participation in knowledge management initiatives
• Promoting knowledge systems and platforms and working with professional support teams to share knowledge in a uniform way across global teams

EXPERIENCE

What You Bring
In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:

• Qualified lawyer with a minimum of six years' experience in a recognised leading law firm in a major onshore or offshore jurisdiction, ideally with a regulatory focused background
• Experience working as a PSL is preferred but not essential
• Current experience of knowledge management technology and document automation systems would be an advantage
• Enthusiasm for developing knowledge systems, improving access and promoting awareness across global teams
• Responsiveness to the needs of fee-earners
• Outstanding analytical, drafting and technical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong academic background

BENEFITS & REWARDS

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Flexible hybrid working options
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes
• Savings or pension plan
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• Global mental wellness programme
• Sports clubs and social events