Interim Disputes Lawyer - 6 month FTC
il y a 3 jours
Peterborough
Disputes Lawyer – 3+ PQE - Hybrid 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 for more information.