Public Sector Litigation Partner / Legal Director – South Glamorgan
Public Sector Litigation Partner / Legal Director in South Glamorgan. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.
The Role
Lead the development of the firm's public sector litigation practice in South Wales.
Advise on contentious procurement, contractual disputes, and governance-related issues.
Drive business development and manage client relationships.
Collaborate with litigation, regulatory, public law, and commercial teams.
About You
Established Partner, Legal Director, or senior litigation lawyer with a strong reputation in public sector dispute resolution.
Significant experience in procurement litigation and advising public bodies.
Strong understanding of commercial contracts and governance-related disputes.
Experience in managing and leading teams.
Familiarity with the Welsh public sector landscape is beneficial.
Established client following or strong market credibility is advantageous.
What's on Offer
📈 Excellent career progression
🏡 Hybrid working opportunities
🌟 Supportive and established team
⚖️ High-quality litigation work
🎓 Ongoing professional development
💰 Competitive benefits package
Why This Role
This position offers the chance to lead and grow a distinctive public sector litigation practice within a reputable firm, focusing on strategic litigation involving public bodies in Wales.
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Market Spotlight — South Glamorgan
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