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In today’s world of business, it’s crucial to keep your skills up to date and invest in your personal and personal development. Whether it is striving to improve your personal development intellectually or emotionally or improving your professional skills to benefit your career, the two are interchangeable in today’s corporate world.

There are a number of avenues General Counsel can take to further their careers. This includes moving to board positions, into more commercial roles or even pursuing trustee and non-executive director opportunities outside of their core business.

There are also opportunities to take on new roles in new businesses and as legal recruitment experts, we can be on the lookout for your next move.

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What is the difference between a General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer?

  • Posted October 20, 2025
Contents Understanding the difference between a General Counsel and a Chief Legal Officer The main difference between a General Counsel (GC) and a Chief Legal Officer (CLO) lies in scope. A GC typically manages the company’s day-to-day legal matters, compliance, and risk, while a CLO takes on a broader strategic role in the c-suite, overseeing […]
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GCs in retail and FMCG – leading through today’s crises, preparing for tomorrow 

  • Posted May 29, 2025
In 2025, retail and FMCG sectors are navigating a turbulent landscape marked by economic volatility, digital threats, and geopolitical disruptions. High-profile cyberattacks in the UK on Marks & Spencer, Harrods, and the Co-op, costing millions in lost sales, highlight the sector’s vulnerability. Concurrently, President Trump’s ongoing trade war and tariffs threaten higher consumer prices and […]
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Navigating a growing regulatory landscape: A guide for German GCs

  • Posted April 17, 2025
In the aftermath of COVID-19, the regulatory environment in Germany and across Europe has evolved rapidly, presenting significant challenges for in-house General Counsel and their legal teams. Regulatory focus has intensified in supply chain transparency, ESG compliance and digital governance, while major EU regulations – including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence […]
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Five steps to securing a GC role in private equity

  • Posted March 10, 2025
As the demands on General Counsels (GCs) within private equity continue to evolve, legal leaders must now bring far more than technical expertise to the table. From mastering complex deal structures to influencing firm-wide strategy, today’s GCs are pivotal to the success of investment firms and their portfolio companies. Drawing on decades of experience in […]
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Secret to a successful General Counsel-CEO relationship

  • Posted August 22, 2024
A strong partnership between the General Counsel (GC) and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is fundamental to the success of any business. This relationship is built on a solid foundation of respect and alignment that begins during the initial recruitment and onboarding of the General Counsel. It continues to evolve through the delivery of a […]

Are you a new General Counsel? Top goals to accomplish in your first year.

  • Posted April 3, 2024
The first months in any new role are a critical period for setting the stage for success and making a positive impact on an organisation. For a new General Counsel who reports to the CEO and the board of directors, this effect is amplified because of the high profile of the position. There are several […]

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Deputy General Counsel – EMEA APAC

A leading global strategic advisory and consulting firm is seeking a Deputy General Counsel to join its dynamic and highly experienced legal team. This role will have oversight of the regions outside of the US and is a newly created position. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in supporting business operations […]
  • Salary Excellent package on offer
  • Posted Posted 1 day ago

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Commercial Manager | Real Estate Advisory

Our client is Australia’s leading independent real estate advisor, with a specialist focus on cross-border investments. They represent international clients to make direct and indirect investments across all real estate sectors, and along the full spectrum of the risk curve. They support their clients to successfully invest in the Australian real estate market by originating […]
  • Salary generous bonus package
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

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  • Technology (in-house)

Fractional Sole Counsel – Part-time – 3-6 months

The Company Join a fast-paced, PE-backed SaaS company as Interim Sole Counsel (Part-time, Remote). They’re a UK market leader with growing US operations. The Role Starting mid-November, this 3-day-a-week interim role (3-6 months) involves advising senior leadership on legal risk, governance, and strategy. You’ll also act as DPO, manage external counsel, and oversee the legal […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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Interim General Counsel (12-13 month FTC)

Location: Central London Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 remote Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12-13 month FTC) – Full-Time Start date: January 2026 (Interviewing to be scheduled in November 2025) Salary: up to £115,000 + competitive benefits (pension, annual leave allowance + more). A prominent UK cultural & arts institution and charity is seeking […]
  • Salary Up to £115000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 3 weeks ago

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General Counsel Location: Remote, US A rapidly growing fintech company is seeking a General Counsel to lead its legal and compliance functions. This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven organization focused on increasing economic inclusion through innovative financial products. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Directors, the […]
  • Posted Posted 3 weeks ago

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