Global Head of Litigation & Dispute Strategy

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Director of Litigation to oversee complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes across our global operations. You will lead strategy, manage external counsel, and align litigation with business objectives.

The role requires a UK-qualified solicitor or barrister with 15+ years of post-qualification experience, in-house multinational exposure, and superb negotiation, drafting, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years post-qualification litigation experience.
• In-house multinational experience in telecoms, tech, or regulated industries preferred.
• Strong negotiation, drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all litigation and dispute resolution across jurisdictions.
• Act as main liaison with external counsel for cost-effective, timely strategy.
• Advise executive team and board on litigation strategy and risk.
• Oversee pre-litigation dispute resolution, negotiations, settlements and mediation.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

UK solicitor/barister qualification

Job description

Confidential in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Director of Litigation to oversee complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes across our global operations. You will lead strategy, manage external counsel, and align litigation with business objectives.

The role requires a UK-qualified solicitor or barrister with 15+ years of post-qualification experience, in-house multinational exposure, and superb negotiation, drafting, and leadership skills.