Head of Department – Litigation

A well-established boutique law firm in Leeds, part of the progressive Professional Services Group, is seeking to appoint a Head of Department – Litigation to lead and shape their growing disputes team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to take strategic ownership of a disputes practice, overseeing a broad range of contentious matters and driving the department’s continued growth and success.

The Role:

As Head of Department, you will provide strong leadership and expert guidance to the disputes team, ensuring delivery of high-quality legal services across a diverse caseload. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing the Litigation & Dispute Resolution department, providing supervision, mentorship, and strategic direction.
• Overseeing complex litigation matters, ensuring excellence in client service and legal outcomes.
• Developing and implementing departmental strategy, including business development initiatives and client relationship management.
• Managing key client relationships, attending to high-value and high-profile cases, and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance, risk management, and quality assurance across the team.
• Collaborating with the wider leadership team to contribute to firm-wide strategy, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Representing the firm in client meetings, networking events, and professional forums to enhance the firm’s profile.

About You:

• A senior litigation solicitor (likely 8+ years PQE) with a proven track record in managing complex disputes.
• Demonstrable leadership experience, ideally with previous responsibility for supervising and developing a legal team.
• Strong technical expertise across a range of contentious matters, such as commercial litigation, property disputes, professional negligence, or contract claims.
• Excellent client relationship management skills and a commercial mindset.
• A proactive and strategic thinker with the ability to drive growth, manage resources effectively, and deliver results.
• Committed to maintaining the firm’s high standards of professionalism, collaboration, and client care.

Apply Now:

For further information on this and other exciting opportunities, or to discuss your situation in complete confidence, please contact Richard at Bygott Biggs on richard@bygott-biggs.co.uk or 07875525328.

At Bygott Biggs our aim has always been to provide a more personal service and everyone here believes that recruitment should be about building long-term relationships with clients and candidates alike. Our reputation has been built on the fact that we provide an efficient and professional service but are not afraid to give straight forward, straight talking advice.

The above PQE is expressed as a guideline only. We are happy to hear from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in order to fulfil this role.