This job is for a Head of Department for Financial Mis-Selling, a senior leadership role responsible for launching a new legal department.
Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.
The role focuses on two specific areas of litigation:
* Business Energy Mis-Selling: Handling cases where energy brokers received secret commissions from suppliers, which inflated client costs.
* Undisclosed Mortgage Commission: Pursuing claims against brokers and lenders for hidden commissions, similar to cases involving mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI).
The ideal candidate will be a qualified litigator (solicitor or legal executive) with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience in civil litigation, specifically with a background in financial mis-selling or consumer credit.
Key Responsibilities
As the Head of Department, you will:
* Build and Lead the New Department: Establish and manage a new team of lawyers and paralegals.
* Manage Complex Litigation: Oversee all aspects of high-value cases, from developing legal strategy to leading negotiations and handling large-scale group claims.
* Mentor and Supervise: Guide and train junior legal staff, and shape the department's legal precedents and procedures.
* Ensure Compliance: Work with internal teams to maintain robust client onboarding and risk management protocols.
Candidate Requirements
You should have:
* Extensive Experience: A strong background in civil litigation, specifically handling undisclosed commission cases and high-volume claims.
* Leadership Skills: A proven track record of managing legal teams and contributing to business growth.
* Strong Legal Acumen: Excellent skills in drafting legal documents, negotiating, and communicating with clients and other parties.
* Commercial Awareness: The ability to identify strategic opportunities and deliver strong legal outcomes.
What the Role Offers
This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a new department with significant autonomy. The firm offers a competitive salary with a performance-based bonus, flexible/hybrid working options, and a ready-made pipeline of potential cases to begin working on immediately.