Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial Litigation
Lex
Legal
London, UK
Posted on May 17, 2026
Summary
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Do you love tackling big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal team, you’ll help uphold Apple’s high ethical and corporate standards. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. Together with your team, you’ll provide the critical support needed worldwide for all Apple products and businesses.
We are looking for a senior litigator to join Apple’s Commercial Litigation team in our London office. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can quickly learn Apple’s litigation docket and advise on critical issues. You will be working with a truly global team supporting on complex multi-jurisdictional matters and also managing your own docket of cases across Europe and beyond. This role requires a litigator who has demonstrated the ability to strategically lead a broad variety of litigation matters from beginning to end by exercising great judgment and showcasing strong communication skills, all while being highly efficient with their time.
Description
As a member of Apple's Commercial Litigation team, you will not be merely monitoring outside counsel. Rather, you will be directly engaged in formulating and driving strategy as well as providing counsel to internal clients on a wide range of novel matters. The position requires a high degree of self-sufficiency, independent judgment and a trial-focused approach. You will operate as part of a supportive and fun team of lawyers and support staff who work closely together to protect Apple's interests. Travel is required.
The role sits at Apple's offices in London with a vibrant set of attorneys supporting other aspects of Apple’s business and litigation docket. The candidate will need to both work well with local teams while also working with teams in the US and around the world.
Minimum Qualifications
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Role Number: 200663047-2114
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Do you love tackling big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal team, you’ll help uphold Apple’s high ethical and corporate standards. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. Together with your team, you’ll provide the critical support needed worldwide for all Apple products and businesses.
We are looking for a senior litigator to join Apple’s Commercial Litigation team in our London office. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can quickly learn Apple’s litigation docket and advise on critical issues. You will be working with a truly global team supporting on complex multi-jurisdictional matters and also managing your own docket of cases across Europe and beyond. This role requires a litigator who has demonstrated the ability to strategically lead a broad variety of litigation matters from beginning to end by exercising great judgment and showcasing strong communication skills, all while being highly efficient with their time.
Description
As a member of Apple's Commercial Litigation team, you will not be merely monitoring outside counsel. Rather, you will be directly engaged in formulating and driving strategy as well as providing counsel to internal clients on a wide range of novel matters. The position requires a high degree of self-sufficiency, independent judgment and a trial-focused approach. You will operate as part of a supportive and fun team of lawyers and support staff who work closely together to protect Apple's interests. Travel is required.
The role sits at Apple's offices in London with a vibrant set of attorneys supporting other aspects of Apple’s business and litigation docket. The candidate will need to both work well with local teams while also working with teams in the US and around the world.
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of consumer and commercial experience major law firm and/or in-house litigation experience.
- UK or other common law qualification as Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent
- Experience working on complex consumer multi-jurisdictional matters; litigation experience in civil law jurisdictions a plus.
- Experience with class actions, consumer protection, privacy, and safety; commercial litigation a plus.
- Strong technology interest and aptitude.
- Meaningful trial and/or arbitration experience.
- Excellent executive and collaborative communication, analytical, organization, and negotiation skills are essential.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Role Number: 200663047-2114