Director - Disputes

Director, Disputes
*The Role's Mission*
The mission of the Director, Disputes is to oversee and lead complex investigations, support relationship managers in nurturing and grow client relationships, and contribute to the business development efforts of the Dispute Practices, in support of Mintz Group's strategic goal. This role focuses on fostering a culture of excellence, ensuring the delivery of high-quality investigative results, and mentoring team members within and outside the practice. By contributing to process improvements and innovation, the Director helps uphold Mintz Group's reputation as a trusted partner in uncovering the truth and mitigating risks.

Client Relationship Management
*Job Responsibilities:*

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key client accounts.
• Manage client expectations and provide strategic recommendations during investigations.
• Coordinate client outreach efforts and business development initiatives via Salesforce and other internal tools.
• Support origination targets by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

Leadership And Mentorship

• Provide expert-level guidance and training to staff across titles and practices.
• Mentor and sponsor colleagues, fostering their career progression.
• Promote collaboration and information sharing within the team.

Investigative Oversight

• Oversee and ensuring thorough research and actionable reporting.
• Develop and implement innovative methodologies to improve investigative processes.
• Uphold ethical and professional standards in all client-facing deliverables.

Strategic Contributions

• Contribute to the development of new service offerings and business strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless client experiences.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Expertise in directing complex, multi-jurisdictional investigations (Expert).
• Strong ability to present investigative findings to C-suite executives and key stakeholders (Expert).
• Proven experience guiding investigative strategy and mitigating risks (Expert).
• Mastery of investigative methodologies, legal research, and financial intelligence (Proficient to Expert).
• Strong ability to develop and maintain strategic client partnerships (Proficient to Expert).
• Experience contributing to revenue growth and business development strategies (Proficient to Expert).
• Deep understanding of investigative ethics, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance (Expert).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8-12 years of experience in investigations, research, or related fields.
• Extensive experience managing investigative teams and client relationships.
• Strong expertise in legal, regulatory, and financial investigations.
• Proven track record in business development and client management.
• Proficiency with investigative databases, including Westlaw and Nexis.
• Multilingual preferred.

Ready to Join Us?

Our ideal candidate will have expertly navigated the complexities of investigative research, synthesizing large volumes of information into actionable insights while ensuring accuracy and clarity. Leading applicants will excel in analytical thinking, time management, and collaborating with case managers and practice leadership to meet client objectives.

To thrive in this role, the successful candidate will focus on hands-on investigative activities, leveraging data-driven tools and methods while relying on critical thinking and attention to detail to deliver high-quality results.

This role involves a hybrid work setup candidates are required to live in the San Francisco, Metro DC or New York City areas.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Salary
• Discretionary Bonus
• Flexible Time Off-Policy
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Savings: 401k plan with employer match
• Parental Leave
• Hybrid working environment: Candidate must live in Mexico City area.
• Life Insurance: Company-sponsored basic life and AD&D insurance
• Additional Benefits: Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Transit and Parking

Our Commitments As An Employer
Mintz Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on gender, transgender status, race, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, genetic information, mental or physical disability (unless such disability is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, training opportunities, termination, wage and salary administration, and the application of benefit plans and company policies.