Counsel – Dispute Resolution

Alexander Daniels; Jersey Marine; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Daniels is recruiting a disputes specialist to advise on a broad range of contentious matters and shape strategic outcomes across the firm’s Jersey practice. The role demands strong judgement, commercial awareness, and a collaborative approach to support growth and client service.

You will develop and implement litigation strategies, guide clients through risk management, and work with a team to deliver high-quality advice on complex disputes, with opportunities to influence the

Qualifications

• Strong PQE in dispute resolution.
• Proven ability to manage complex, high-value contentious matters.
• Excellent communication skills with clear conveyance of legal concepts.
• Commercial awareness and a solutions-focused approach to client issues.
• Collaborative mindset, contributing positively to the team culture.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad spectrum of dispute resolution matters for a diverse client base.
• Develop and implement litigation and dispute strategies aligned with clients’ commercial objectives.
• Work closely with our client's team to deliver high-quality, timely legal advice.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and support the growth of the disputes practice.
• Provide clear, concise guidance on risk management and dispute avoidance.

Skills

PQE in dispute resolution

High-value matters

Strong communication

Commercial awareness

Collaborative mindset

Job description

This permanent position offers the chance to play a pivotal role within our client's team, advising on complex contentious matters and shaping strategic outcomes across a broad range of disputes. Our client is a respected organisation within the legal sector, seeking an experienced disputes specialist who can bring strong judgement, commercial awareness, and a collaborative mindset to support the continued success and growth of their practice.

What you'll do

• Advise on a broad spectrum of dispute resolution matters for a diverse client base.
• Develop and implement litigation and dispute strategies aligned with clients’ commercial objectives.
• Work closely with our client's team to deliver high-quality, timely legal advice.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and support the growth of the disputes practice.
• Provide clear, concise guidance on risk management and dispute avoidance.

What you'll need

• Strong PQE in dispute resolution.
• Proven ability to manage complex, high-value contentious matters.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey legal concepts clearly.
• Commercial awareness and a solutions-focused approach to client issues.
• Collaborative mindset, contributing positively to our client's team culture.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to take on a Counsel-level position in a reputable Jersey-based legal practice.
• Ability to influence the direction and success of a growing dispute resolution team.
• Work on interesting, complex matters within a professional and high‑calibre environment.