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Public, private or PE-backed business: what’s the difference for a GC in Europe?

Posted June 26, 2026

Contents Share Key insights The title may stay the same, but the role of a general counsel can look very different depending on ownership structure. A GC operating within a listed multinational faces a very different set of expectations to one supporting a founder-led private business or a private equity-backed portfolio company. Across Europe, these differences are becoming more pronounced as organisations […]

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The modern GC: culture, conduct and the judgement no one trains you for

Posted June 11, 2026

Contents Key insights The role of the general counsel is evolving in ways that are not always captured in formal job descriptions. While much attention has been given to the expanding scope of the role and the increasing regulatory burden, the more fundamental shift is subtler. Many of the most challenging aspects of being a […]

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The art of the exit: A guide for general counsels in PE‑backed businesses

Posted April 24, 2026

Exits are among the most intense and consequential moments in the life of a private equity‑backed business. They compress timelines, amplify scrutiny and place legal judgement at the centre of decision‑making, often alongside high expectations from sponsors, management teams and advisers. For General Counsels (GCs), the exit process is rarely just a transaction. It’s a […]

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Stepping up: How heads of legal can progress into the general counsel role

Posted March 19, 2026

The transition from head of legal to general counsel (GC) has become an increasingly significant career step within organisations. While both roles require extensive legal expertise, the GC position carries a broader strategic remit, encompassing enterprise-wide risk management, governance oversight and senior leadership responsibilities. As organisations face heightened regulatory expectations, operational complexity and evolving commercial […]

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How General Counsel in the Netherlands are building AI-ready legal teams

Posted March 9, 2026

Across the Netherlands, artificial intelligence is more than a technology conversation. For General Counsel, it has become a structural and workforce question. As organisations review how automation and legal tech fit into their operations, many are doing so at different speeds. This reflects the uneven pace of AI adoption across the Dutch legal market. This shift is happening against a complex backdrop. Parts of […]

Does a Chief Legal Officer need IPO experience for a successful IPO? What the data tells us

Posted January 8, 2026

This article has been co-authored by Dylan Marvin, Chief Customer Officer and former Chief Legal Officer at Cision, to explore whether prior IPO experience truly predicts better outcomes, or if the data tells a different story. Does prior IPO experience actually matter? A company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) is the culmination of many years of […]

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Beyond compliance: Why your law firm needs a General Counsel

Posted January 7, 2026

The role of the General Counsel (GC) within law firms has grown significantly over the past decade. What was once a rare and somewhat ambiguous position has become a central part of how modern law firms manage legal risks, regulatory compliance, and governance. Although law firms have long been required to appoint a Compliance Officer for Legal […]

Why work in the Netherlands as a legal professional?

Posted December 2, 2025

The Netherlands is one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for legal professionals looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a Solicitor, Legal Counsel or compliance specialist, relocating to the Netherlands offers access to a progressive legal system, international work and a lifestyle Dutch lawyers consistently praise. Why Dutch lawyers love working in the Netherlands Ask […]

GCs as NEDs: Transitioning to the boardroom

Posted November 4, 2025

For many General Counsel (GCs), the aspiration to move into the Non-Executive Director (NED) space represents the next natural stage of a senior career: an opportunity to apply years of judgement, strategic experience and business acumen in a new and influential context. Yet the transition is far from straightforward. The NED world is highly competitive, […]

We are delighted to share our Global in-house legal market report and salary guide for 2024-2025.

The global in-house legal market continues to evolve rapidly, navigating a complex landscape with both challenges and opportunities. This year’s report addresses several critical factors shaping the market.

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