Head of Litigation

Ohana Recruitment Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking a Head of Group Litigation to lead a high-performing team. You will manage complex group litigation matters and have the opportunity to shape departmental strategy. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with proven leadership experience in litigation. This position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and a flexible hybrid work model.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Full benefits package

Flexible hybrid working model

Direct access to senior leadership

Clear long-term progression

Qualifications

• Experience leading a litigation team, ideally within group or commercial litigation.
• Strong relationship-building and client development skills.
• Commercially aware with budgeting and performance oversight experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of partners, solicitors, trainees, and paralegals.
• Develop and implement department strategy and budgets.
• Enhance systems and processes to improve client experience and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client Development

Strategic Mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Head of Group Litigation
Location: London (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £DOE + bonus + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:
I’m working on a brilliant leadership opportunity for an experienced Head of Group Litigation to join a successful and growing dispute resolution department.

This is a senior, hands-on role where you’ll lead a team of group litigation fee earners and paralegals, run your own caseload, and help shape the wider litigation strategy. The role is perfect for a commercially minded solicitor who enjoys developing others, building relationships, and improving departmental performance across the board.

The Role:
As Head of Group Litigation, you’ll take responsibility for leading and developing a high-performing team while handling your own portfolio of complex group litigation matters. You’ll have the autonomy to shape strategy, refine internal processes, and drive growth through technical excellence and strong client engagement.

You’ll report directly to the Director of Dispute Resolution and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of partners, solicitors, trainees and paralegals

• Run your own caseload of complex group litigation files

• Develop and implement department strategy and budgets

• Review and report on KPIs, performance metrics, and audits

• Drive cross-departmental collaboration and referrals

• Oversee recruitment, mentoring and succession planning

• Manage departmental risk, compliance and service delivery standards

• Enhance systems and processes to improve client experience and efficiency

• Act as a role model for the company’s values and commitment to excellence

About You:
You’ll be a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with experience leading a litigation team — ideally within group or commercial litigation.

This Head of Group Litigation role suits someone with a strong strategic mindset, a deep understanding of high-volume litigation, and the ability to inspire and influence at all levels.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent)

• Proven experience managing a litigation team

• Solid technical knowledge of group litigation

• Strong relationship-building and client development skills

• Commercially aware with budgeting and performance oversight experience

• A confident communicator who enjoys developing others

• Collaborative, forward-thinking leadership style

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Performance-based bonus and full benefits package

• Flexible hybrid working model

• Direct access to senior leadership

• Autonomy to shape and grow your own department

• Clear long-term progression within a supportive environment

Why This Role?
This isn’t just a title. This Head of Group Litigation position gives you the chance to lead from the front, build something meaningful, and make your mark within a thriving firm.

If you're looking for a senior role with strategic weight and hands-on involvement, this could be your next big step.

How to Apply:
If this Head of Group Litigation role sounds like the challenge you’ve been waiting for, apply today with your CV or reach out directly for a confidential chat.