Legal Counsel - Litigation (12 month FTC)

Taylor Root
London

Litigation Counsel – 12-Month FTC (Entertainment & E-Commerce)
Location: London
Contract: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC), starting end of January

Our Cient
A global entertainment and e-commerce group is seeking a Litigation Counsel to join its mid-sized, international legal team based in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a broad range of contentious matters in a fast-paced, high-profile industry.

The Role
Reporting to the Head of Litigation, you’ll take ownership of complex disputes and regulatory matters across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel, providing strategic and commercial legal advice on issues that impact the business globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse caseload of litigation and regulatory matters
  • Advise on commercial disputes, consumer law, brand protection, and property issues
  • Lead cross-border matters and liaise with international teams
  • Instruct and oversee external counsel, ensuring quality and budget control
  • Support wider legal and commercial teams with contentious input
  • Contribute to audit and reporting processes

About You

  • Qualified lawyer (UK or similar jurisdiction) with upwards of 6 years’ PQE
  • Strong background in commercial litigation, ideally from a top-tier firm or in-house role
  • Experience with consumer law and cross-border disputes is advantageous
  • Commercially minded, pragmatic, and confident advising senior stakeholders
  • Able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment

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.

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Posted 2025-09-18

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