

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 complex public sector litigation, including procurement challenges and contractual claims.
Advise public bodies, suppliers, and contractors on contentious matters.
Handle commercial contract disputes and governance-related litigation.
Develop relationships with public sector clients across Wales.
Drive business development and contribute to the firm's growth.
Collaborate with colleagues across various teams.
Provide strategic leadership and mentoring to junior lawyers.
Shape the firm's public sector litigation offering from Cardiff.
About You
Established Partner, Legal Director, or senior litigation lawyer.
Experience in procurement litigation and public procurement matters.
Background in commercial disputes and litigation involving public bodies.
Proven ability to build client relationships and drive business development.
Strong commercial awareness and management of high-value litigation.
Experience in supervising or leading a legal team.
Understanding of the Welsh public sector landscape.
What's on Offer
Strategic senior appointment with growth opportunities.
High-quality work in procurement and public sector disputes.
Leadership opportunities to influence team direction.
Established national platform with a broad client base.
Cardiff-based role to strengthen your position in the Welsh market.
Why This Role
This is a strategic senior appointment with the opportunity to shape and grow a specialist practice within a highly regarded UK law firm.
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Market Spotlight — South Glamorgan
The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.
Demand
High for experienced specialists
Discretion
100% Confidential
Why Austen Lloyd?
- Completely confidential process
- Direct relationships with firm partners
- Specialist legal expertise since 2009
- No obligation consultation
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