Disputes Lawyer – 3+ PQE - Hybrid
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Disputes Lawyer to join a fast-growing, sustainability-focused business on an initial 6+ month contract. The work is complex, high-value, and genuinely fascinating – perfect for someone who enjoys getting into the detail of large-scale disputes and working closely with senior stakeholders.
This role offers the chance to be at the centre of a number of major commercial disputes, each valued in the multi-millions, alongside several additional matters involving professional negligence, fraud, and joint venture issues.
be part of a small, collaborative legal team and work closely with external counsel and leading City firms on intricate, document-light disputes that require a sharp legal mind and strong commercial judgement.
There’s also potential for the role to evolve into something longer term, with a non-contentious focus, depending on business needs and performance.
The Role
* Manage a portfolio of large-scale commercial disputes.
* Work closely with external counsel and KCs to progress complex litigation matters.
* Coordinate data collection and documentation across multiple parties.
* Support cases involving M&A, JVs, professional negligence and potential fraud.
* Provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal input in a fast-moving environment.
Requirements
* UK Qualified lawyer with 3+ years’ PQE in commercial disputes or litigation.
* Strong analytical skills and experience managing complex, multi-party matters.
* Ideally some exposure to M&A or JV-related disputes.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with senior, non-legal stakeholders.
* Happy to work in the office 2 days per week in Lincolnshire.
What the role offers
* Exposure to high-value, high-profile disputes with leading firms.
* Hands-on role with real responsibility and influence.
* Opportunity to join a business making an impact in the sustainability sector.
* Potential for the contract to extend or become permanent.
If this sounds of interest and you have the required skills please apply via LinkedIn or email thinchliffe@kgglobal.co.uk for more information.