Litigation Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational consumer goods company is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to provide support in managing legal disputes and product liability issues. The ideal candidate will have product litigation experience, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work autonomously. This role offers a chance to engage in high-stakes legal matters and contribute to strategic decisions within the company.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy.
• Experience in product liability issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support with general commercial matters.
• Manage legal disputes and develop dispute resolution strategies.
• Draft training materials on legal topics.

Skills

Product litigation experience

Legal dispute management

Strong negotiation skills

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Job description

We have an exciting new opportunity with our client, a multinational consumer goods company, who is looking for a litigation lawyer with product litigation experience, 1-4 PQE+, Litigation lawyer.

Our client is a globally recognised company with a rich history in the tobacco industry. They are committed to delivering innovative products to consumers worldwide. As a multinational corporation, our client operates in various markets across the globe.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day support with general commercial matters.
• Assisting the Senior Dispute Resolution Counsel with categorising legal disputes and managing legal disputes notified to the DR Team by Cluster/market CLA, determining whether they are managed in-market, by the DR Team, or as a joint undertaking.
• Managing discrete aspects of material legal disputes categorized as Category 1, including developing DR strategies, communications, and coordinating negotiations or mediations.
• Providing strategic support for Category 2 and 3 matters, developing DR strategies, and assisting with negotiations and settlement processes as needed.
• Tracking cases notified to the DR Team, updating litigation trackers, coordinating with Cluster/market CLA for updates, and assisting in preparing litigation reports for stakeholders including the Board and external auditors.
• Drafting materials and delivering training on topics such as legal privilege, document management, and disclosure.
• Supporting responses to consumer complaints related to health effects or emerging trends.
• Advising on product liability issues, supporting responses to product safety concerns, and leading corrective actions when necessary.
• Leading e-disclosure processes, including identification, preservation, and collection of electronically stored information.
• Reviewing and approving external documents from a litigation perspective.
• Applying extensive experience in product litigation and litigation case management.
• Working independently with a high degree of autonomy.
• Providing confident legal advice across all levels of stakeholders, with strong organisational, communication, and project management skills.
• Managing external counsel and controlling costs.
• Handling multiple projects and stakeholders effectively in a global, matrixed environment.
• Exhibiting excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills, with a proactive, 'roll-up sleeves' attitude.