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Director of Litigation

Director of Litigation

Confidential • London Area, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

This role will require relocation to Dubai


Role Overview

The Director of Litigation will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution across our global operations. This role requires a seasoned legal professional with strong commercial acumen, deep litigation expertise, and experience managing multi-jurisdictional legal matters. You will work closely with senior leadership, external counsel, and cross-functional teams to mitigate risk and protect the company's interests.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all litigation and dispute resolution matters across jurisdictions, including civil, commercial, regulatory, and employment-related cases.
  • Act as the key point of contact for external legal counsel, ensuring cost-effective, timely, and strategic handling of litigation.
  • Advise the executive team and board members on litigation strategy, legal risk, and case developments.
  • Oversee pre-litigation dispute resolution, negotiations, settlements, and mediation processes.
  • Work closely with internal legal, compliance, HR, and finance teams to gather documentation and prepare for legal proceedings.
  • Monitor and assess potential legal risks and exposure arising from operations, contracts, or regulatory issues.
  • Maintain internal litigation tracking systems, reporting key developments to senior stakeholders.
  • Ensure that litigation strategies align with the overall business and regulatory objectives of the group.
  • Develop and implement internal policies and training to reduce litigation risk.


Qualifications & Experience

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK (or equivalent international legal qualification).
  • 10+ years of post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on litigation and dispute resolution.
  • In-house experience within a multinational company, preferably in telecoms, tech, or regulated industries.
  • Proven experience managing complex, multi-jurisdictional litigation and regulatory disputes.
  • Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal and commercial priorities.


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