Description:

What We Need
A Global Leader in Business Payments is looking to hire a Senior Counsel - Litigation within our Legal division. This position is located in Atlanta, GA or Brentwood, TN. In this role, you will manage a wide range of litigation matters, including shareholder derivative class actions, large commercial cases, regulatory inquiries, small customer disputes, bankruptcy preference actions, insurance claims, labor and employment lawsuits, and subpoenas in jurisdictions throughout the United States and across four continents.

The position primarily involves developing strategies for successful litigation outcomes, selecting and working with outside counsel, closely managing outside counsel budgets and bills, handling insurance claims, working with the business to marshal the facts needed for successful outcomes, and counseling the business on when litigation is advisable and when it is not.

You will report directly to the Global Head of Litigation and regularly collaborate with other teams and departments.

How We Work
As a Senior Counsel - Litigation you will be expected to work in an office or hybrid environment.

A Global Leader in Business Payments will set you up for success by providing:

Hybrid schedule based in Atlanta, GA or Brentwood, TN office
Company-issued equipment
Formal, hands-on training
Monthly phone/internet Stipend

Role Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the role will include:

Confident in taking cases to trial
Viewing themselves as part of the broader business team – helping the business find ways to achieve its goals rather than merely spotting risks and putting up roadblocks
Having a strong desire to help the business succeed for its shareholders and employees
Working on many matters simultaneously
Being resourceful, creative, and proactive
Work well under pressure
Have excellent written and oral communication skills

Qualifications & Skills:

6+ years of law firm litigation experience, including trial experience
Experience handling a wide variety of commercial litigation matters
Ability to assist with non-litigation matters when needed (e.g., commercial contracting)
JD and active law license