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Lead Litigation Counsel

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Meta

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have a law degree, valid license in a European jurisdiction, 5+ years of litigation experience in privacy law, and fluency in English.
  • You will develop privacy litigation strategy, assess legal risks, collaborate with internal teams, and manage outside counsel relationships.

Requirements

  • Meta requires all employed attorneys to have a law degree or equivalent certificate to permit the practice of law and be appropriately licensed and authorized to practice law for the company in their assigned work location. Unless prohibited under local law, an attorney must hold a current practicing certificate (including where required from the relevant authority in the jurisdiction of the assigned work location) or the local law equivalent bar registration or license as may be applicable.
  • Qualified, and currently practicing law, in at least one European jurisdiction.
  • At least 5 years post-qualification litigation experience, with a focus on privacy law.
  • Demonstrated litigation experience across multiple jurisdictions. If you are in private practice, you should work in a relevant litigation department. If in-house, you should work on litigation as a core part of your role.
  • Experience running litigation across multiple jurisdictions is a necessity.
  • Experience drafting and presenting
  • Fluency in English

Responsibilities

  • Help to formulate and execute on complex privacy litigation strategy in relation to matters pending before national and international courts across EMEA.
  • Assess legal, practical and business risks arising from litigation independently, quickly and accurately and present this advice to legal and non-legal audiences. Input into product-based decisions will also be required.
  • Partner and coordinate with key internal stakeholders such as other legal teams, public policy and communications colleagues, business and product teams.
  • Manage Outside Counsel relationships across a busy docket including with a material oversight on costs and reporting.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Lead Litigation Counsel position at Meta?

The primary focus of the Lead Litigation Counsel position is on privacy-related litigation within the EMEA region, including high-profile, precedent-setting civil litigation.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must have a law degree and be licensed to practice law in at least one European jurisdiction, with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification litigation experience, specifically focused on privacy law.

Is multi-jurisdictional experience necessary for this role?

Yes, demonstrated litigation experience across multiple jurisdictions is necessary, including experience running litigation in more than one jurisdiction.

Are there preferred qualifications for the Lead Litigation Counsel position?

Preferred qualifications include fluency in another European language, experience in civil law jurisdictions, dealing with class or mass actions, and prior experience with technology companies.

Will the Lead Litigation Counsel manage Outside Counsel relationships?

Yes, the role involves managing Outside Counsel relationships and overseeing costs and reporting related to a busy docket of litigation matters.

Is fluency in English required for this role?

Yes, fluency in English is a requirement for the position.

What type of environment will the Lead Litigation Counsel be working in?

The Lead Litigation Counsel will be working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that necessitates sound judgment under tight deadlines.

Does the position involve coaching and developing other team members?

Yes, part of the role includes developing and coaching other team members and building systems to increase workflow efficiencies.

What does Meta offer in addition to base compensation for this role?

In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits, although specific details on bonuses, equity, or sales incentives are not included in the job posting.

What is Meta's mission or focus as a company?

Meta builds technologies that help people connect and grow businesses, with a commitment to move beyond digital connection to immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality.

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Meta

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2004
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology.