At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and support a diverse portfolio of UK and EU litigation and disputes.
- Company: Join a leading global technology and social media platform.
- Benefits: Opportunity for permanent transition, dynamic work environment, and collaboration with senior legal professionals.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking growth in a high-profile legal team.
- Why this job: Engage in high-stakes legal challenges within a fast-paced, innovative sector.
- Qualifications: UK-qualified lawyer with 5-8 years’ PQE and strong commercial litigation background.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We are working with a leading global technology / social media platform that is looking to hire an experienced disputes lawyer to join its legal team on an interim basis, with a strong possibility of a permanent transition. This is a unique opportunity to work within a fast-paced, high-profile environment, supporting a broad and dynamic litigation docket across the UK and Europe.
The Role
You will work closely with senior members of the legal team, managing a varied caseload of contentious matters, including commercial disputes, regulatory issues, and platform-related litigation. The work is intellectually challenging and often high stakes, requiring sound judgment and the ability to operate in a fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and supporting a portfolio of UK and EU litigation and disputes
- Coordinating with external counsel across multiple jurisdictions
- Advising internal stakeholders on risk, strategy, and dispute resolution
- Supporting on regulatory and contentious issues impacting a large-scale digital platform
- Collaborating cross-functionally with business and operational teams
Candidate Profile
- UK-qualified lawyer with 5–8 years’ PQE
- Strong background in commercial litigation / disputes from a leading law firm or in-house team
- Excellent technical legal skills and strategic thinking
- Experience managing complex, multi-jurisdictional matters preferred
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Prior technology or social media sector experience helpful but not essential for this role.
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