Head of Commercial Litigation and Insolvency
CV-LibraryEC4V, Ludgate Hill, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 7 May 2026
Apply NowTaylor Rose, a Top 60 law firm known for its "Smart Modern Law" approach, is seeking an ambitious Head of Commercial Litigation and Insolvency to drive department growth and lead a team in London. This leadership role combines strategic department management with hands-on involvement in high-value, contentious insolvency matters, requiring a solicitor with 5+ years PQE.
Requirements:
* Qualified solicitor with PQE
* Ability to lead and develop a Team
* Previous contentious insolvency experience with ability to run own caseload
* Good analytical skills
* Ability to handle complex and multiple case loads
* Experience of managing a department
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong leadership and relationship building skills
* Ability to influence and drive mind-set change at all levels
* Proven track record of external networking, demonstrating the ability to increase workflow for a team
This role involves but is not limited to:
* Developing, implementing and reviewing a department strategy to support and deliver our company strategy.
* Formulating, agreeing and delivering annual department budgets.
* Networking internally to build contacts and generate cross referrals
* Managing recovery of cash and aged debtors.
* Investigating and pursuing claims arising from business and personal failures, such as misfeasance, transactions at an undervalue, preferential payments, and wrongful or fraudulent trading.
* Developing, maintaining and reviewing monthly department KPIs and performance reporting.
* Passing department audits.
* Servicing clients in accordance with company policies and procedures.
* Delivering market-leading levels of customer service and communication.
* Ensuring technical competence through adequate training, support and succession planning.
What is it like working at Taylor Rose?
We don’t just settle for excellence; we Aspire, Integrate, Innovate, and Commit. As Head of Department, you will:
* Lead with Autonomy: Develop and implement the annual department strategy and budget.
* Innovate Systems: Continually refine our processes and leverage the latest legal technology to deliver market-leading client service.
* Mentor Talent: Shape the careers of the next generation of property litigators through proactive training and succession planning.
* Influence Change: Join a dynamic management team where you are empowered to drive mindset changes at all levels of the business.
In return we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Fee Earner reward Scheme
* Financial Incentives relevant to role
* Healthcare Plan
* Hybrid working
* Internal and External Training and Development
Requirements:
* Qualified solicitor with PQE
* Ability to lead and develop a Team
* Previous contentious insolvency experience with ability to run own caseload
* Good analytical skills
* Ability to handle complex and multiple case loads
* Experience of managing a department
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong leadership and relationship building skills
* Ability to influence and drive mind-set change at all levels
* Proven track record of external networking, demonstrating the ability to increase workflow for a team
This role involves but is not limited to:
* Developing, implementing and reviewing a department strategy to support and deliver our company strategy.
* Formulating, agreeing and delivering annual department budgets.
* Networking internally to build contacts and generate cross referrals
* Managing recovery of cash and aged debtors.
* Investigating and pursuing claims arising from business and personal failures, such as misfeasance, transactions at an undervalue, preferential payments, and wrongful or fraudulent trading.
* Developing, maintaining and reviewing monthly department KPIs and performance reporting.
* Passing department audits.
* Servicing clients in accordance with company policies and procedures.
* Delivering market-leading levels of customer service and communication.
* Ensuring technical competence through adequate training, support and succession planning.
What is it like working at Taylor Rose?
We don’t just settle for excellence; we Aspire, Integrate, Innovate, and Commit. As Head of Department, you will:
* Lead with Autonomy: Develop and implement the annual department strategy and budget.
* Innovate Systems: Continually refine our processes and leverage the latest legal technology to deliver market-leading client service.
* Mentor Talent: Shape the careers of the next generation of property litigators through proactive training and succession planning.
* Influence Change: Join a dynamic management team where you are empowered to drive mindset changes at all levels of the business.
In return we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Fee Earner reward Scheme
* Financial Incentives relevant to role
* Healthcare Plan
* Hybrid working
* Internal and External Training and Development