Legal Counsel (Disputes)

About the Opportunity

Arbuthnot Yon is recruiting for a Legal Counsel (Disputes) on behalf of a market-leading, regulated business operating across the UK. The client organization boasts a turnover of approximately £800 million and serves around 400,000 customers. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a litigator to join an established and growing in-house legal team. The role is based in Staffordshire, England, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Role and Responsibilities

This position offers a blend of strategic and operational focus. The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Support and mentor a team of paralegals and legal specialists.
• Manage an independent caseload of disputes, ranging from legacy to current-day customer disputes involving contractual, debt, and regulatory issues.
• Collaborate with and support the Head of Disputes on high-value, complex cases, including in-person negotiations and complex settlement arrangements.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Be a qualified litigation lawyer with approximately 2 to 5 years of Post Qualified Experience (PQE) or equivalent.
• Possess solid dispute resolution experience gained within a reputable private practice or an in-house legal department.
• Demonstrate excellent relationship-building skills and a passion for partnering closely with business units.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly through the official LinkedIn job posting. Alternatively, you may reach out directly to the recruitment team at Arbuthnot Yon with your CV and inquiries:

• Victoria Moore (Director): Email at victoria@aysearch.com or call 07971666134.
• Kate Mazzag: Email at kate@aysearch.com or call 07769946081.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates deemed suitable for the role will receive a response.