Litigation Counsel

Confidential Global; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen erfahrenen Senior Litigation Counsel, der in London für die rechtlichen Belange verantwortlich ist. In dieser Schlüsselrolle werden Sie die Unternehmensinteressen in einer Vielzahl von rechtlichen Kontexten schützen und vorantreiben. Sie werden hochkarätige Rechtsstreitigkeiten leiten und strategische Beratung zu komplexen rechtlichen Fragen bieten. Wenn Sie über umfangreiche Erfahrung in der Verwaltung von Rechtsstreitigkeiten und nicht streitigen Angelegenheiten verfügen und eine Leidenschaft für rechtliche Herausforderungen haben, könnte dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie sein.

Qualifications

• Qualifizierter Solicitor oder Barrister mit mindestens 8-10 Jahren Erfahrung.
• Erfahrung in der Verwaltung komplexer Rechtsstreitigkeiten und nicht streitiger Angelegenheiten.

Responsibilities

• Leitung und Verwaltung von hochkarätigen Rechtsstreitigkeiten in verschiedenen Sektoren.
• Beratung des Senior Managements zu rechtlichen Risiken und strategischen Entscheidungen.

Skills

Kommunikation

Verhandlung

Verfassen von rechtlichen Dokumenten

Führungskompetenz

Problemlösungsansatz

Education

Rechtsabschluss (oder gleichwertig)

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Full Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Litigation Counsel to join our legal team in London. This pivotal role requires an individual with deep expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing and overseeing the company’s litigation portfolio, providing legal advice on complex disputes, and delivering strategic guidance on a range of legal matters. You will work closely with senior management, external counsel, and other key stakeholders to protect and advance the company’s interests in a wide variety of legal contexts.

Key Responsibilities:

Contentious Legal Matters:

• Lead and manage high-profile litigation cases in various sectors, including commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, intellectual property, and employment matters.
• Provide strategic advice on dispute resolution and represent the company in court proceedings and arbitrations.
• Manage relationships with external law firms, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective handling of legal disputes.
• Oversee the preparation and review of pleadings, legal submissions, evidence, and witness statements.
• Develop case strategies and provide tactical advice to senior leadership to manage representational risk and mitigate business risks.
• Handle contentious matters across various jurisdictions, particularly with regard to international disputes.

Non-Contentious Legal Matters:

• Provide legal counsel on a wide range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, including contract negotiations, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate high-value and complex contracts, ensuring that legal risks are mitigated and business objectives are met.
• Advise on intellectual property rights, data protection, and regulatory compliance, ensuring alignment with UK and EU laws.
• Collaborate with internal business units to proactively identify potential legal risks and offer practical, solutions-focused advice to resolve non-contentious legal issues.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for legal compliance and risk management.
• Mentor and provide leadership to junior legal team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative working environment.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including compliance, finance, HR, and risk, to ensure legal perspectives are integrated into business decisions.
• Manage external counsel relationships to ensure legal services are delivered efficiently and within budget.

Strategic Advisory:

• Advise senior management and the board of directors on key legal risks and strategic business decisions.
• Assess the potential legal impact of emerging business opportunities and challenges, ensuring proactive risk management.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Qualified solicitor or barrister with a Law degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Experience:
• At least 8-10 years of experience in both contentious and non-contentious legal matters, ideally gained in a combination of law firm and in-house roles.
• Proven experience managing complex litigation, including high-stakes commercial disputes and regulatory matters.
• Strong background in non-contentious legal work, such as contract negotiation, corporate governance, and compliance.
• Experience in managing cross-border legal issues and multi-jurisdictional disputes.
• Skills:
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and complex legal challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clear, strategic legal advice to senior business leaders.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to legal issues with the ability to influence and drive business outcomes.
• Desirable: Experience in sectors such as technology, finance, or intellectual property is advantageous.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and business acumen.
• Resilient, detail-oriented, and capable of working under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the business.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.