Legal Director Dispute Resolution
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Legal Director Disputes
Salary: Bonus
Location: Leeds
Join a Top-Tier International Practice
Are you an ambitious disputes lawyer ready to lead high-stakes commercial litigation for household-name clients Our client a prestigious international law firm with 250 years of heritage is seeking an exceptional Legal Director to join their award-winning Dispute Resolution team in Leeds.
This is your opportunity to work on market-defining disputes for FTSE 100 companies shape client strategy at the highest level and build your practice within one of the UKs fastest-growing disputes teams.
The Role: Legal Director Disputes
As Legal Director youll take a leading role in managing complex commercial disputes and building enduring client relationships. Youll have autonomy to run your own matters supervise and mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the strategic direction of the practice.
Your Responsibilities:
- Lead High-Value Disputes:Manage complex commercial litigation arbitration and ADR matters from inception to resolution
- Client Ownership:Develop and maintain close relationships with FTSE 100 companies financial institutions and major international businesses
- Strategic Advisory:Provide commercially astute solutions-focused advice on fraud global investigations finance disputes competition matters and technology disputes
- Team Leadership:Supervise mentor and develop Associate and junior lawyers sharing your expertise generously
- Business Development:Identify opportunities to grow existing client relationships and develop new business across key sectors
- Cross-Practice Collaboration:Work alongside specialists in Corporate Finance Banking Real Estate Employment and other practice areas to deliver integrated solutions
- Innovation Champion:Leverage AI and legal technology to enhance efficiency and client service delivery
Sectors Youll Work Across:
Financial services Energy Retail & consumer Transport Technology Real Estate
About You: Essential Requirements
- Qualified Solicitorin England and Wales with812 years PQEin dispute resolution
- Proven track recordmanaging complex high-value commercial litigation and/or international arbitration
- Strong technical expertiseacross commercial disputes including experience in at least two of: fraud/investigations finance disputes competition technology disputes or international arbitration
- Demonstrable client relationship skillswith experience managing FTSE 100 or equivalent international clients
- Team leadership experienceincluding supervising and mentoring junior lawyers
- Excellent drafting and advocacy skillswith keen attention to detail
- Commercially astutewith strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking
- Business development mindsetwith ability to identify and pursue new opportunities
- Confident communicatorable to engage with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders
- Resilient and adaptablewith ability to manage multiple high-pressure matters simultaneously
Highly Desirable:
- Experience ininternational arbitration(ICC LCIA SIAC or other major arbitral institutions)
- Sector specialization infinancial services energy or technology
- Track record ofbusiness development and client origination
- Experience working in alarge international law firmenvironment
- Exposure tocross-border disputes and multi-jurisdictional matters
Whats On Offer: Comprehensive Rewards Package
Financial:
- Competitive salary: (dependent on experience)
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Market-leading benefits package
Working Environment:
- Flexible hybrid working model(minimum three days per week in the office)
- Modern Leeds officewith excellent transport links and access to the citys vibrant business district
- Collaborative collegiate culturethat values diversity innovation and ambition
Career Development:
- Clear progression pathwayto Partner level
- Comprehensive training programmesincluding technical skills-based and leadership development
- Mentoring and coaching supporttailored to your career goals
- International secondment opportunitiesacross the firms global network
- Access to cutting-edge legal technologyand specialist support teams
Work Quality:
- Highest-calibre mattersfor some of the UKs most prominent clients
- Intellectually challenging workacross multiple sectors and dispute types
- Exposure to landmark casesand market-defining disputes
- Full-service firm resourceswith seamless collaboration across 50 practice areas
Culture & Support:
- Supportive high-performing teamenvironment
- Employee networkscelebrating diversity and inclusion
- Firm-wide commitmentto continuous improvement and innovation
- Work-life balance supported through flexible working arrangements
About Our Client
Our client is an international full-service law firm supporting over 5000 organizations across 100 countries. With offices spanning Asia Europe and the Middle East plus regional coverage across Africa India Latin America North America and beyond they are the natural choice for FTSE 100 companies and their global equivalents.
Known for award-winning innovation and a 250-year heritage of excellence the firm combines deep sector expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.
Location & Working Arrangements
This role is based in the firms Leeds office with excellent access to transport links amenities restaurants and the citys thriving business and cultural scene.
The firm operates a flexible hybrid working model requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office to facilitate collaboration and teamwork. Occasional travel to other UK offices may be required.
How to Apply
If youre ready to take the next step in your disputes career and join a leading international practice we want to hear from you.
Please submit your CV in confidence. All applications will be treated with the utmost discretion.
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