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Global Legal Counsel - Litigation - Associate Director
Role summary
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The Global Legal Counsel – Litigation – Associate Director will provide strategic legal advice on contentious matters, disputes, investigations, claims and litigation affecting EY’s global operations. The role is expected to support senior stakeholders, manage external counsel, assess legal and commercial risk, develop litigation strategies and coordinate matters across jurisdictions. Candidates should be qualified lawyers with substantial post-qualification experience in litigation or dispute resolution, ideally gained in a major law firm or international organization. Strong knowledge of commercial disputes, investigations, regulatory issues and risk management is likely required. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, excellent communication and negotiation skills, commercial awareness, discretion and the ability to manage complex, high-value matters in a global, collaborative environment.
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How it works
How it works: Developer and analyst jobs are degree level: sponsored at GBP 41,700 or the going rate if higher (software developers about GBP 54,700, network roles GBP 45,600).
Before you apply: Usually no licence. Some employers ask for vendor certificates (AWS, Microsoft, Cisco); signing audit reports needs a registered auditor.
Watch for: Software and architecture roles pay above the general floor (about GBP 54,700 to 54,900), so check the going rate for your job code.
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What the job usually comes with in the UK
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| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee is yours (GBP 819; GBP 324 health and care) unless the employer pays; moving help varies |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Health cover | NHS care; you pay a health surcharge of GBP 1,035 for each year of the visa |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; visa up to 5 years, can be extended; the 5-year wait to settle may rise to 10 (planned) |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About EY
EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is a global professional services organization providing assurance, tax, consulting and strategy and transactions services. It operates in more than 150 countries and supports businesses, governments and institutions with audit, regulatory advice, technology transformation, risk management and commercial strategy. EY employs hundreds of thousands of people worldwide and works with organizations ranging from entrepreneurial businesses to major multinational corporations. Its legal function supports the firm’s global operations, advising on contracts, disputes, investigations, regulatory matters, professional liability and broader business risk. EY promotes international collaboration, professional development, inclusion and responsible business practices. The London office is one of the firm’s major global centers and offers access to complex cross-border work, senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.