Director - Finance Litigation

Director - Finance Litigation
• Manchester, UK

DWF is seeking a highly motivated, commercially astute Director to join our market-leading Finance Litigation team in Manchester. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex, high‑value finance litigation and advisory matters across a wide range of actions, including motor finance, asset finance litigation, fraud, and mis‑selling claims, while also managing a wider team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage a caseload of complex finance litigation matters, serving as day‑to‑day lead on larger or more complex cases.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on risk management, fraud prevention, recovery, and handling of mis‑selling waves, systems, procedures, and PR risk.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring high‑quality delivery.
• Own day‑to‑day management and supervision of cases, including client reporting.
• Contribute to business development initiatives such as client pitches, thought leadership, and networking.

• 8+ years PQE with a strong background in finance litigation.
• Proven ability to manage large‑scale actions.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with a commitment to mentoring and team development.

• Experience in multi‑jurisdictional disputes, High Court injunctions, and commercial insolvency.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. We provide a supportive environment where each member is valued and rewarded. Adjustments or additional support are available for candidates requiring them. If you are excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway.

We offer a hybrid working model based in our Manchester office.