This Commercial Litigation Legal Director role in Leeds offers a rare opportunity to take on a senior position within a global law firm. You will handle complex disputes while working closely with partners and playing a key role in growing the Leeds disputes practice.
Client Details
Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a strong UK presence and a reputation for excellence in disputes and advisory work. The firm acts for major corporates, insurers, and financial institutions. Known for its collaborative culture and strategic growth plans, the firm invests heavily in its people, offering genuine progression opportunities and a platform for senior lawyers to build and lead successful teams.
Description
The Commercial Litigation Legal Director will be:


* Advising on complex commercial litigation matters
* Acting for corporate clients, insurers, and financial institutions
* Managing a varied caseload of high-value disputes
* Working closely with partners across the national disputes practice
* Mentoring junior lawyers
* Playing a key role in business development initiatives
* Driving the growth of the Leeds disputes team
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships
** Contributing to the strategic direction of the practice
Profile
The Commercial Litigation Legal Director should be:


* A solicitor with significant PQE in commercial litigation
* Operating at Director or Partner level, or ready to step up
* Experienced in handling complex, high-value disputes
* Commercially astute with strong business development skills
* A confident leader with team management experience
* Well-connected or able to build a strong network
** An excellent communicator with strong client handling skills
Job Offer
*Salary ranging from £95,000 to £120,000 per annum.
*Generous pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution.
*26 days of annual leave, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
*Performance-related bonus scheme.
*Private medical insurance for peace of mind.