Legal Manager

My client, a highly regarded specialist legal practice advising on complex and high-value tax, financial and commercial matters, is seeking a hand's on Legal Manager with 9+ years PQE. Key responsibilities Lead, manage and develop a team of solicitors and paralegals. Allocate work, monitor performance and provide constructive feedback and mentoring Oversee complex, high-value commercial disputes, civil fraud claims and investigations Work closely with Counsel on litigation strategy and case management. Oversee urgent interim applications, including freezing injunctions and Norwich Pharmacal orders Lead disclosure exercises, including the use of e-disclosure and AI review technology Ensure matters are properly prepared for hearings, trials and enforcement. Manage cross-border litigation issues, including jurisdiction, service and enforcement of judgments Coordinate Counsel, experts and overseas lawyers Help develop Chambers, improve working practices and build the capabilities of the team About you Essential Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with at least 9 years' PQE. Strong High Court litigation experience. Background in commercial litigation, financial services disputes or civil fraud. Experience handling urgent interim relief, including freezing injunctions and Norwich Pharmacal applications. Strong disclosure and trial preparation experience. Experience of cross-border litigation and enforcement. Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills. Previous experience managing, mentoring or developing junior lawyers. Desirable Tax disputes or experience dealing with HMRC. Crypto asset disputes, asset tracing and recovery. FCA enforcement, sanctions or anti-money laundering matters.