Commercial Litigation Legal Director

This Commercial Litigation Legal Director role in Leeds offers a rare opportunity to take on a senior position within a global law firm. You will handle complex disputes while working closely with partners and playing a key role in growing the Leeds disputes practice.

Client Details

Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a strong UK presence and a reputation for excellence in disputes and advisory work. The firm acts for major corporates, insurers, and financial institutions. Known for its collaborative culture and strategic growth plans, the firm invests heavily in its people, offering genuine progression opportunities and a platform for senior lawyers to build and lead successful teams.

Description

The Commercial Litigation Legal Director will be:

Advising on complex commercial litigation matters

Acting for corporate clients, insurers, and financial institutions

Managing a varied caseload of high-value disputes

Working closely with partners across the national disputes practice

Mentoring junior lawyers

Playing a key role in business development initiatives

Driving the growth of the Leeds disputes team

Building and maintaining strong client relationships

• Contributing to the strategic direction of the practice

Profile

The Commercial Litigation Legal Director should be:

A solicitor with significant PQE in commercial litigation

Operating at Director or Partner level, or ready to step up

Experienced in handling complex, high-value disputes

Commercially astute with strong business development skills

A confident leader with team management experience

Well-connected or able to build a strong network

• An excellent communicator with strong client handling skills

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £95,000 to £120,000 per annum.
• Generous pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution.
• 26 days of annual leave, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Private medical insurance for peace of mind.