Litigation Director

Death with Dignity; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Litigation Director for its London office responsible for managing complex legal disputes, developing corporate legal strategies, and providing pivotal legal counsel. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation and leadership, along with strong strategic and analytical abilities to drive business opportunities effectively.

Qualifications

• Qualified senior legal professional with 10+ years of litigation experience.
• Must have expertise in dispute resolution and risk management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments, especially in UK and ANZ.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-value legal disputes and provide strategic legal counsel.
• Integrate risk management into decision-making and compliance frameworks.
• Lead growth initiatives aligned with legal strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

Master's degree in business management

Job description

We are looking for a Litigation Director for our London office.

Role: Litigation Director

Location: London, UK

Desired Industry Experience: 10 Years+

Relevant Experience

The incumbent should be a qualified senior legal professional with at least 10 years of experience in litigation, dispute resolution, risk management, and proven leadership in litigation with an impressive track record in leading strategic legal initiatives across complex jurisdictions, including the United Kingdom and ANZ. The candidate should be able to apply this expertise to formulate corporate strategies and governance in the IT services industry. Experience as a strategic legal advisor, including development and implementation of corporate legal/litigation strategies and legal governance, is essential. The role requires integrating risk management into executive decision-making and compliance frameworks aligned with business goals.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in law is mandatory. A Master's degree in business management is an added advantage.

Role Description

• Act as a growth advisor by identifying and creating new business opportunities, aligned with legal strategy and growth goals.
• Manage high-value, complex legal disputes, including multi-party litigation, from pre-trial to resolution, aligning litigation strategies with commercial objectives.
• Provide strategic legal counsel in managing high-stakes litigation.
• Maintain a strong understanding of regulatory guidelines, especially in UK and ANZ regions.
• Oversee legal proceedings involving the company, ensuring risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.
• Review and provide strategic input on legal contracts in line with business objectives and legal requirements.
• Lead strategic initiatives such as growth planning, market expansion, M&A, partnerships, and investments, providing legal/regulatory insights.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop long-term legal strategies and performance metrics.
• Develop dashboards and reporting systems to track legal case milestones and risks.
• Build internal reporting frameworks for legal governance and risk assessment.
• Provide guidance to the Executive team on legal strategy and ongoing litigations.

Must Have Qualities

• Strong understanding of regulatory environments in UK and ANZ.
• Dynamic, agile, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to provide data-driven insights and innovative solutions.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Understanding of the IT services industry and legal market dynamics.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional and cross-geographical teams.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills.