Senior Solicitor - (Cyber Incident Response & Data Breach) in Liverpool

Senior Solicitor – (Cyber Incident Response & Data Breach)

School of Creative Thinking

Join CyXcel, where our mission is to deliver cyber excellence across the globe. We are a dynamic, forward-thinking team working at the intersection of law, technology, and crisis management. Our clients span private, public, and third-sector organisations, including insurers, government departments, and emergency services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a caseload of complex data breach and cyber incident claims
• Provide strategic legal advice during live cyber incidents, including ransomware attacks and data exfiltration events
• Supervise and mentor junior solicitors and case handlers
• Collaborate with technical experts to deliver integrated incident response solutions
• Develop and enhance CyXcel\’s cyber-focused legal products and services
• Ensure compliance with client SLAs and internal governance standards
• Produce high-quality reports and legal documentation under pressure
• Contribute to thought leadership and market positioning in cyber law

About You

You are a qualified solicitor (6+ years PQE) with a keen interest in cyber incident response. You thrive in high-pressure environments and are motivated by the challenge of helping clients navigate complex crises.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience managing high-volume, high-stakes data breach matters
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, crisis-driven scenarios
• Familiarity with the UK cyber insurance market and its operational dynamics (preferred)
• Commercially astute, with an entrepreneurial mindset
• A confident communicator with excellent attention to detail
• Able to deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines
• Passionate about innovation in cyber law and client service

Why CyXcel?

• Work alongside leading experts in cyber law, digital forensics, and threat intelligence
• Be part of a growing, market-leading team with a global reach
• Shape the future of cyber legal services in a collaborative, innovative environment
• Access to cutting-edge tools and resources to support your work
• Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities