Disputes Manager: Global Elite Thought Leader boutique

Exclusive opportunity in a challenger firm.

Your new company
My client is a newly-formed breakaway boutique with a strong European presence. The lead Partner is Global Elite Thought Leader status in several Lexology categories and is recognised as a world-leading Expert in GAR. Cases by default are large and/or complex, and span a wide variety of commercial and investor-state disputes, with the "sweet spot" being £100-500 million and up to the value of several £billionWith a background in major international firms, the lead Partner wanted to build a distinctive, independent firm for the next generation of Experts, operating in an agile and 21st century manner. Business development is a mix of thought leadership/publishing, carefully and imaginatively curated events with impressively high-profile speakers, and of course one to one. They are embracing the use of AI where appropriate (eg the use of LLMs), and models / packs etc have been developed from best practice in large, global firms. The Partners want to dispense with formal hierarchies and bureaucracy, and are instilling a degree of freedom that is impossible to find in a larger firm.

With restrictions now fully lifted they are ready to expand, with a core policy of responsible growth. Currently in 3 locations, the primary focus for initial hires will be for the UK/London.
Your new role
This is a superb opportunity for an ACA or CFA who converted into Forensics 2+ years ago. If you enjoy what you've done so far in contentious valuations, arbitration and large commercial disputes, this is a chance to really "power up" in those areas, working directly with Experts/Partners on each case; no unnecessary layers in between.
What you'll need to succeed

ACA/CFA or equivalentForensic Assistant Manager with experience in arbitration, commercial disputes and quantum of damagesThis needs to include some contentious valuations experienceDrafting sections of reportsIdeally a background gained in larger firmsQuality of ideas - they like people who can think independently What you'll get in return
Privately-funded, owner-managed firm: no PE backing as a conscious policyFor now, a default remote-working policy. No current need for "bricks and mortar" offices. They work well and openly together, even being based in 3 different locations. Nonetheless they will obtain physical premises in London once they hit 5 people here.Direct access to and mentorship from seasoned, elite Experts - no unnecessary layers in betweenInteresting, complex work which is often cross-jurisdictionalWorking with and for top law firms and household name corporates/institutionsWhen you are ready and more experienced , co-signing and co-testifying opportunities. What you need to do now
I am working with this client on an exclusive basis. There is no job spec, but I have a briefing pack for those who would like to know more, once I've had an initial discussion with you.
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