Team Manager - Litigation (EDM)
Role Purpose:
You will be working within an international law firm based in either Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham or London. The firm has a delivery centre that supports the wider sub-groups. Within this role, you will lead the Electronic Data Management team – due to the nature of the work, litigation/contentious experience is useful.
You will be a qualified solicitor, however this is a non-fee earning role.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Take day-to-day ownership of the EDM team's output, working alongside and supporting paralegals to keep quality consistently high.
- Act as the main contact for instructing lawyers and clients, keeping them updated on progress and flagging resourcing risks before they become problems.
- Hold line management responsibility for the team, including performance reviews and ongoing development.
- Be the first port of call when issues arise, escalating where needed.
- Keep working practices consistent and make sure quality checks are properly embedded, not just on paper.
- Spot gaps in the team's skills and arrange coaching or training to close them.
- Manage staffing levels so reviews are properly resourced.
- Own the team's playbooks and documentation, keeping them current and genuinely useful.
- Look for ways to improve how the function operates, from process to training to documentation.
Company:
This leading global UK law firm operates throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. Culturally the firm has a strong supportive culture, ensuring progression and opportunity throughout the levels within the team. The firm also offers a transparent and lucrative bonus structure, that is based on markers - not discretionary.
Working collaboratively is at the core of this firm and because of how they interact with international and national offices, they possess an enviable client base which includes multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises as well as emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies and services.
Requirements:
Be a qualified solicitor of any PQE who has experience within the disputes space, as well as experiencing of management in any capacity, whether as a paralegal or a fee earner.
Remuneration
£70k+ depending on experience + benefits
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Team Manager, Litigation (EDM) in Manchester employer: Vasto Legal Recruitment
Join a prestigious international law firm renowned for its collaborative and dynamic work culture, where you will have the opportunity to engage in high-profile Real Estate Finance transactions in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to employee development, the firm offers tailored growth opportunities and mentorship from industry leaders, ensuring that your career flourishes in an environment that values innovation and excellence.
