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May 7, 2026

Chicago - Knowledge Management Associate - Capital Markets

CorporateCapital MarketsSecurities
Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Chicago

Chicago - Knowledge Management Associate - Capital Markets

Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Kirkland & Ellis LLPChicago

Practice area

Corporate · Capital Markets · Securities

PQE

5+ years

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • This role is a Knowledge Management (KM) Associate position within the Capital Markets group, working closely with the Capital Markets KM Partner and attorneys.
  • You will help execute the KM strategy across four core functions: training and development, substantive communications, knowledge resources, and innovation.
  • A central aspect of the role involves translating Capital Markets legal expertise into AI-powered tools and workflows, including prompt architecture, agentic workflows, and structured knowledge systems.
  • Responsibilities include overseeing the Capital Markets training curriculum, creating new programs, and collaborating on firm-wide associate development initiatives.
  • You will identify legal and market developments (e.g., SEC guidance, Delaware law), prepare updates for attorneys, contribute to firm publications, and support business development with client-facing materials.
  • You will create and maintain common knowledge resources such as standard forms, client-ready materials, and manage the Capital Markets resource page.
  • Requires at least 5 years of professional legal practice experience in securities law, capital markets transactions, and corporate governance.
  • Strong working knowledge of the '33 Act, '34 Act, Delaware law, corporate governance norms, and familiarity with equity offerings, debt offerings, and public company disclosure is essential.
  • Demonstrated interest in AI and legal technology is required, including comfort with current AI platforms (e.g., large language model tools) and a willingness to develop fluency in prompt design and AI workflow architecture. Prior AI experience is not a prerequisite.
  • Essential skills include strong drafting, written, and oral communication abilities, alongside excellent project management and organizational skills to manage multiple initiatives.
  • You will collaborate extensively with the Capital Markets KM Partner, practice attorneys, professional development, business development, the firm-wide Office of Innovation, and a dedicated paralegal team for AI and innovation initiatives.
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Last updated: May 7, 2026

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