Sophie Chown

Principal Consultant | In-house Legal

Großbritannien

Sophie Chown is a Principal Consultant in our interim corporate and commercial team. With a strong background in legal recruitment dating back to 2013, she specialises in placing interim in-house Lawyers across a wide range of sectors, with particular expertise in TMT, tech and retail.

Sophie works closely with clients from high-growth start-ups to PLCs, delivering flexible, innovative interim solutions tailored to their needs. Known for her strategic mindset and personable approach, she builds lasting relationships with both clients and senior interim Lawyers, consistently adding value through insight and collaboration.

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  • FMCG

Interim Legal Counsel

Interim Legal Counsel (6‑month FTC) Location: London (3 days in office) Start: ASAP Working Pattern: Full-time or 4 days/week considered An established consumer brand is seeking an experienced Interim Legal Counsel to provide immediate support during a busy period of transition. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role where you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and […]
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 6 Tagen

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  • Technology (in-house)

Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial/Outsourcing

Senior Commercial Counsel (Interim) – Long-Term Assignment Location: London (Hybrid) Start Date: Mid-February Contract Type: Interim – Day Rate (Inside IR35) Duration: Long-term About the Role: We are partnering with a leading global travel and technology brand to source an experienced interim lawyer for a high-profile assignment. This role offers the chance to work in […]
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Monat

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