Join a reputation protection team within a full‑service London practice, acting for high‑profile individuals, families, corporates, family offices and charities. The team handles pre‑publication enquiries, emergency injunctions, defamation, privacy/confidentiality disputes, online takedowns and media crisis management.

The role involves day‑to‑day litigation and advisory work, frequent cross‑practice collaboration (e.g. tax, investigations, family, white‑collar and cyber), and advising on regulatory complaints and content clearance. You'll support urgent, out‑of‑hours matters and contribute to client strategy and reputation audits.

This is a hands‑on position for a 6+ PQE media litigator (or an experienced commercial litigator seeking to specialise) with strong client skills, excellent technical ability and a track record of working under pressure.

Minimum 6 years' PQE in litigation, ideally with exposure to media/reputation work or a strong interest in specialising in this area
Trained and qualified at a reputable law firm; strong academic record
Proven experience handling injunctions, defamation, privacy/confidentiality or related disputes, and managing pre‑action and emergency processes
Excellent client management and communication skills; comfortable with high‑net‑worth and sensitive matters
Ability to supervise junior fee earners, manage multiple matters, work on an on‑call rota and contribute to business development
High emotional intelligence, resilience, attention to detail and commercial awareness

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