Litigation Lead

At Nord Security, we’re creating a safer cyber future. We help people and businesses take back control of their online security, privacy, and data. From VPNs to password managers, threat intelligence to eSIMs for travel—our teams turn complex problems into solutions trusted by millions worldwide. Life is online. In this role, you’ll help people own it. Key qualities and behaviors of a successful leader at Nord Security About the Role The Litigation Lead is a senior leadership position within the Legal & Policy function, responsible for owning and directing the company’s global litigation portfolio. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, combining deep litigation expertise with exceptional programme and stakeholder management skills to protect the company’s interests, control legal risk, and enable informed decision-making at executive and board level. The successful candidate will be as comfortable presenting litigation exposure to the C-suite as they are directing outside counsel strategy for litigation. Main Responsibilities Lead and oversee the company’s full litigation portfolio across all jurisdictions, including commercial disputes, class actions, regulatory proceedings. Develop and own a cohesive global litigation strategy aligned with business priorities, risk appetite, and long-term reputational considerations. Establish and manage a litigation tracking and reporting framework, providing the GC and relevant executive stakeholders with decision-ready portfolio updates. Drive early dispute resolution and alternative dispute resolution strategies where appropriate, balancing cost, risk, and relationship considerations. Design and implement workstream governance frameworks for high-priority or complex multi-jurisdictional matters, ensuring parallel workstreams are coordinated and dependencies are managed. Partner closely with other teams to ensure early identification and containment of litigation risk. Collaborate with the Regulatory Policy function on matters that sit at the intersection of active litigation and regulatory engagement, ensuring aligned external messaging. Actively supervise outside counsel strategy, avoiding over-delegation and maintaining meaningful in-house oversight of all material matters. Line-manage and develop any in-house litigation counsel or paralegals within the team; foster a high-performance, inclusive culture. Build the team’s knowledge base and institutional memory: develop playbooks, precedents, and lessons-learned frameworks across key litigation types. Champion legal technology and AI-assisted tooling as a means of improving efficiency and quality in litigation management. Contribute to the broader Legal & Policy leadership team, including team-wide initiatives on training, culture, and function development. Core Requirements Lawyer with strong academic background; admitted to practice in at least one EU jurisdiction. Significant in-house or law firm litigation experience (typically 8+ years), with meaningful in-house exposure. Demonstrated track record managing complex, high-stakes litigation, preferably in multi-jurisdictional. Proven ability to manage large, concurrent matters simultaneously, with strong personal organisation and attention to escalation signals. Exceptional stakeholder management skills: able to advise and influence at C-suite and board level, across legal and non-legal audiences. Track record of managing outside counsel to measurable outcomes on quality, cost, and strategic alignment. Nice to haves Prior experience in a company with a consumer-facing product, platform, or subscription model. Exposure to regulatory affairs and the interface between active litigation and policy or enforcement proceedings. Experience with legal technology, including matter management systems, and AI-assisted review tools. What We Offer Innovate with industry leaders Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world. Learn & grow Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company. Work in a next-gen Cyber City office Thrive in our bustling office, featuring ergonomic workspaces, modern meeting rooms, engaging events, and specialty coffee to fuel your day. Hybrid work Enjoy the flexibility with 3 office days and working from home for the remaining 2. Work from anywhere Recharge with a change of scenery – choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive. Physical well-being Boost your health with free-of-charge 24/7 gym access, onsite and online workouts, and consultations led by in-house Physical Well-Being experts. Mental & emotional health Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic. Premium healthcare Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs. Extra days off Enjoy additional vacation days off as you grow with us. Plus, get extra days for sick leave, special occasions, or parenting needs. Joyful moments – special treats Celebrate life’s big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member. Company events & team-building Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success. Workation Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together. Kindly refer to our Privacy Notice for Recruitment Candidates for comprehensive information regarding our data handling procedures throughout recruitment processes. We expect all candidates to provide accurate and complete information during the recruitment process. While limited use of AI tools to refine application materials is acceptable, candidates remain fully responsible for ensuring that their submissions reflect their own qualifications, skills, and experience. Any failure to do so may negatively affect participation in the recruitment process. If broader AI assistance is allowed for a particular role or stage, we’ll let you know in advance. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that it may be processed using automated tools for evaluation purposes. 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