Vice President, Litigation

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

This role reports to the Senior Vice President and leads the Company’s global litigation and regulatory risk function, serving as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and the Board. It sets enterprise dispute strategy, oversees governance and financial exposure, and partners cross-functionally to support major transactions and business initiatives. The position also builds and develops a high-performing legal team while driving proactive risk management and disciplined execution across the organization.

• Lead complex litigation and dispute strategy across IP, antitrust, real estate, insurance, privacy, cyber, employment and other corporate liability matters; direct resolution strategy, trials and government inquiry responses (DOJ, AGs and other agencies)
• Oversee enterprise risk mitigation and compliance counseling, providing proactive guidance on contractual and operational legal matters; partner with the Public Policy team on regulatory matters and strategy; support claims avoidance, discontinued operations and internal audit initiatives
• Own litigation governance and financial management, including budget oversight, reserve review and accrual setting, legal disclosure letters, SEC filings and coordination with financial reporting and external auditors
• Engage with Board and executive leadership, delivering quarterly updates to the Audit Committee and Risk and Security Committee, advising the Board of Directors and senior executives on material litigation, and reviewing Board materials for legal exposure
• Support strategic transactions and corporate development, leading litigation and regulatory aspects of M&A (due diligence, disclosure schedules, integration, HSR/CIFIUS approvals), and managing litigation related diligence for financing and other transactions
• Together with the Senior Vice President, build and lead a high-performing legal team, overseeing outside counsel and vendors, structuring and developing talent, mentoring attorneys and implementing best practices and lessons learned across the enterprise
• Drive continuous improvement of litigation operations, including legal intake processes, workflows, metrics and reporting

• Demonstrated ability to manage a significant portfolio of litigation and provide pragmatic counsel to clients
• Fluency translating legal advice into practical, risk adjusted, business-oriented advice
• The ability to persevere in the face of challenges, and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards
• A leader who is self-reflective and aware of his/her own limitations; leads by example and drives the Company’s performance with an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement
• The ability to attract and recruit top talent, motivate the team, delegate effectively and managing performance; widely viewed as a strong developer of others
• Naturally connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly
• Comfort with ambiguity and uncertainty; the ability to adapt nimbly and lead others through complex situations
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize in dynamic environment
• A leader who is viewed by others as having a high degree of integrity and forethought in his/her approach to making decisions
• Strong business judgment with ability to make decisions and provide advice
• Ability to work collaboratively

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Active member in good standing of the bar of a United States state or jurisdiction
• 10+ years of relevant legal…