Job Description
In House Disputes Counsel - Global brand business - 2-4 pqe London
Our client, a well know global brand with a highly regarded in-house legal function, is seeking a disputes lawyer with 2-4 years experience to join their Group Legal team. Sitting within a lean and collaborative disputes function, you will be offered exposure to high-profile litigation and strategic advisory work across a range of jurisdictions.
You will be involved in supporting on group-wide litigation and regulatory matters, professional indemnity and D&O insurance issues, name protection, and contentious trademark matters.
As a commercially-minded litigator looking to move in-house and work closely with senior stakeholders and external counsel on complex, cross-border issues, this is an excellent opportunity.
Your key Responsibilities will be to:
Coordinate the management and reporting of litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions
Liaise with external counsel and internal business stakeholders on active disputes
Work with insurers on professional indemnity and D&O matters, including policy wording and renewals
Support the management and enforcement of the Group’s trademark portfolio and name protection strategy
Assist with contentious and non-contentious IP issues, including trademark infringement and brand protection
Provide strategic legal advice on a wide range of contentious issues impacting the business
Assist with data subject access requests and litigation disclosure processes, including document review and e-discovery support
About You:
You are a qualified solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE, ideally with experience in commercial litigation and/or dispute resolution
You have strong drafting and written communication skills, and are confident managing complex legal issues with commercial awareness
You are detail-oriented, well-organised, and comfortable handling a diverse workload under time pressure
You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment
You bring sound judgment and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to contentious matters
You will be offered competitive benefits, hybrid working and a good work/life balance.
HOW TO CONTACT US
Please APPLY and attach your CV and/or contact KATE BRAMWELL or JAMES HERBERT of the In house team at Marsden for a confidential discussion about this role and any other in house roles.
Marsden Group is an experienced global recruitment consultancy with a personal touch, extensive industry experience and an understanding of the significance of managing your career.
All applications will be reviewed and a consultant will be in touch if we can assist you. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.