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Head of Litigation - Consumer Business - 7 Month FTC
Simmons & Hanbury
Greater London
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GBP 60,000 - 100,000
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a Head of Dispute Resolution for a 5-month FTC to lead a team of lawyers. This role involves managing legal issues and ensuring effective stakeholder communication to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of PQE in dispute resolution, with a strong background in both criminal and civil litigation. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic consumer business environment. If you have a high problem-solving capability and experience managing in-house teams, this role is perfect for you.
Qualifications
- Mindset for dispute resolution with strong stakeholder relationships.
- 8+ years PQE in criminal and civil litigation required.
Responsibilities
- Lead on defending claims against the business.
- Work with stakeholders to manage disputes effectively.
- Oversee dispute avoidance and resolution strategies.
Skills
Dispute Resolution
Criminal Litigation
Civil Litigation
Stakeholder Management
Problem-Solving
Education
Qualified Solicitor (PQE 8+ years)
Job description
My client, a renowned consumer business, is looking for a Head of Dispute Resolution to join them on a 5 month parental cover.
To work throughout the business, you will lead a team of lawyers to ensure that the business responds correctly to legal issues. Candidates must have strong relationships with stakeholders both internally and externally to ensure that the business mitigates risk. Responsibilities include:
- Leading on defending claims against the business
- Working with stakeholders across the Group
- Escalating larger claims against the business
- Dispute Avoidance/Management/Resolution
Candidates must have at least 8 years PQE with experience in dispute resolution, criminal and civil litigation with a high problem-solving capability. Candidates must have experience managing, ideally in an in-house team.
For inquiries, please reach out at libby.cloete@simmonsandhanbury.com
Director
Temporary
Legal
Consumer Services
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