Commercial Disputes – Legal Director

Job Description

Commercial Disputes Legal Director

Location: Leeds

Salary: 00 Extensive Benefits

Experience required: 8 Years PQE

We are expanding and seeking an exceptional Legal Director to join our growing Commercial Disputes team offering an exciting opportunity to drive significant high-impact work at a pivotal stage in your career.

Our client a nationally recognised law firm with a Tier 1-ranked disputes practice is looking for a talented Commercial Disputes lawyer who can contribute to and shape the future of a dynamic innovative team. This role offers the chance to work on complex high-value disputes across multiple sectors with like-minded inspiring colleagues.

If youre an experienced Commercial Disputes lawyer with 8 years PQE looking to take your career to the next level in a supportive collaborative environment this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As a Legal Director in the Commercial Disputes team youll be part of a high-performing group recognised across UK and international markets for delivering sophisticated dispute resolution strategies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on complex commercial disputes across various sectors including:
  • Retail
  • Transport
  • Digital
  • Food and drink
  • Health
  • Industrial
  • Automotive
  • Energy
  • Utilities
  • Financial services
• Strategically deploying dispute resolution methods including:
  • Court proceedings
  • Arbitral proceedings
  • Negotiation
  • Mediation
  • Adjudication
• Managing complex cases and associate teams under partner supervision
• Working closely with non-contentious colleagues to understand transaction backgrounds
• Developing and maintaining client relationships with blue-chip companies and high net worth individuals
• Collaborating across practice areas and industry groups
• Leading business development efforts and fostering new client relationships
• Mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues
• Exploring innovative tools like AI to enhance service delivery
• Contributing to the teams continuous professional development
• Demonstrating thought leadership in dispute resolution

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-calibre matters with a team known for its commercial and innovative approach to dispute resolution.

What Were Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 8 years post-qualification experience
• Proven track record in managing complex commercial disputes
• Strong experience in formal and alternative dispute resolution methods
• Excellent client relationship management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and practice areas
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Proactive approach to professional development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to mentor and support junior colleagues
• Keen eye for detail and self-motivated approach

Desirable:

• Experience across multiple industry sectors
• Track record of business development
• Understanding of emerging technologies in legal practice
• Experience with AI and innovative legal service tools
• Additional dispute resolution qualifications

Exceptional Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary 00 dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Life and income protection

Professional Development:

• Extensive training programmes
• Mentoring and coaching opportunities
• Leadership development support
• Continuous learning resources
• Technical and skills-based training
• Clear career progression pathways

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support programmes

Culture & Recognition:

• Supportive and collegiate environment
• Culture of improvement growth and collaboration
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Employee networks celebrating diversity
• Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Leeds office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements
National Reach: Part of a team operating across UK offices

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence real client insight and innovative solutions. The firm prides itself on a culture of collaboration continuous improvement and supporting talent from the widest range of backgrounds.

Core Values:

• Technical excellence
• Client understanding
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Diversity and inclusion

Ready to Take the Next Step

If youre an experienced Commercial Disputes lawyer looking to join a high-performing team with exceptional development opportunities wed love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
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