Global Arbitration Practice Manager: Strategy & Growth

Gibson Dunn; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm seeking a Practice Manager for the International Arbitration practice. The role supports strategic priorities, enhances client engagement, and drives the practice’s global positioning across offices and regions.

The successful candidate will oversee practice administration, data reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Marketing, Knowledge Management, Recruiting, and HR, while maintaining strong oversight of internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant practice management or similar experience, preferably within a law firm or legal environment.
• Experience coordinating across practice groups and jurisdictions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global practice management strategy for International Arbitration.
• Monitor market trends and performance to inform strategy and growth.
• Support partner-led client development and cross-selling initiatives globally.
• Collaborate with Marketing, BD and Communications on market intelligence and client engagement.
• Oversee data tracking, pitches, pipeline activity and staffing for strategic planning.
• Lead innovation and process improvements, including AI integration and efficient workflows.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm seeking a Practice Manager for the International Arbitration practice. The role supports strategic priorities, enhances client engagement, and drives the practice’s global positioning across offices and regions.

The successful candidate will oversee practice administration, data reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Marketing, Knowledge Management, Recruiting, and HR, while maintaining strong oversight of internal