In House Disputes Counsel

Marsden International Legal Search Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

In House Disputes Counsel - Global brand business - 2-4 pqe London

Our client, a well-known global brand with a highly regarded in-house legal function, is seeking a disputes lawyer with 2-4 years experience to join their Group Legal team. Sitting within a lean and collaborative disputes function, you will be offered exposure to high-profile litigation and strategic advisory work across a range of jurisdictions.

You will be involved in supporting on group-wide litigation and regulatory matters, professional indemnity and D&O insurance issues, name protection, and contentious trademark matters.

As a commercially-minded litigator looking to move in-house and work closely with senior stakeholders and external counsel on complex, cross-border issues, this is an excellent opportunity.

Your key Responsibilities will be to:

1. Coordinate the management and reporting of litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions
2. Liaise with external counsel and internal business stakeholders on active disputes
3. Work with insurers on professional indemnity and D&O matters, including policy wording and renewals
4. Support the management and enforcement of the Group’s trademark portfolio and name protection strategy
5. Assist with contentious and non-contentious IP issues, including trademark infringement and brand protection
6. Provide strategic legal advice on a wide range of contentious issues impacting the business
7. Assist with data subject access requests and litigation disclosure processes, including document review and e-discovery support

About You:

You are a qualified solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE, ideally with experience in commercial litigation and/or dispute resolution.

You have strong drafting and written communication skills, and are confident managing complex legal issues with commercial awareness.

You are detail-oriented, well-organised, and comfortable handling a diverse workload under time pressure.

You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

You bring sound judgment and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to contentious matters.

You will be offered competitive benefits, hybrid working and a good work/life balance.

HOW TO CONTACT US

Please APPLY and attach your CV and/or contact KATE BRAMWELL or JAMES HERBERT of the In house team at Marsden for a confidential discussion about this role and any other in-house roles.

Marsden Group is an experienced global recruitment consultancy with a personal touch, extensive industry experience and an understanding of the significance of managing your career.

All applications will be reviewed and a consultant will be in touch if we can assist you. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.