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The rise of the fractional General Counsel: an interview with Al Zucker

Posted September 9, 2024

As the world of business becomes increasingly complex and resourcing challenges increase alongside this, the chance to hire talent on a fractional basis has become more common. As part of our General Counsel interview series we spoke to Al Zucker, experienced corporate and commercial lawyer who is now a fractional GC. He now specialises working […]

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What to consider when hiring a fractional General Counsel: an interview with John Cameron

Posted September 9, 2024

Whilst fractional ownership models are well-established in industries like aviation and hospitality: the fractional General Counsel concept is still relatively new. So, it’s natural for businesses to have lots of questions about how it works in practice and how this model can help them. As part of our fractional General Counsel interview series, Taylor Root […]

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The strategic role of a fractional General Counsel

Posted September 4, 2024

What is a fractional General Counsel? Businesses today face increasingly complex legal challenges that demand specialised expertise. Hiring a fractional General Counsel (FGC) provides a strategic solution for companies needing high-level legal guidance without the commitment of a full-time employee. This flexible approach is especially valuable for startups, scale-ups, and organisations managing specific projects, handling […]

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How to build a diverse in-house legal team

Posted August 1, 2024

There is a growing awareness of the value of recruiting diversity into organisations which is being driven by a combination of social, economic, and legal factors. This recognition is not just about fulfilling ethical responsibilities; it also ties directly to the business’s performance and reputation. It’s a case where doing good also means doing well. […]

Hiring advice

Why should companies work with a specialist legal recruiter

Posted June 18, 2024

Recruiting legal professionals can be a major challenge for many companies. It is often difficult for internal HR managers to understand the specific characteristics of the specialism or the intricacies of the regional legal market. This can be particularly the case if no legal professionals have previously been recruited for the organisation. For example, hiring […]

Market Insight

What do the Data Engineering and Data Science workforces within insurance look like?

Posted March 4, 2024

In recent years, the insurance industry has undergone a significant transformation, leveraging advancements in technology and data to revolutionise operations and enhance competitiveness. Data plays a crucial role in decision-making processes across various functions, from underwriting and claims processing to customer engagement and risk management. We have taken a snapshot of key data points on […]

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How to describe your company culture in a way that attracts top talent

Posted February 19, 2024

When you’re seeking to hire new employees for your company, you’ll need more than money to attract top talent. Some of the most highly qualified candidates for a role aren’t just looking for the best compensation plan. But how do you attract those candidates who will be a great cultural fit for your organisation? It […]

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General Counsel workshop: building your legal operations capability

Thu, 10 October 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Are you a General Counsel wanting to take your team to the next level of performance, engagement and efficiency? Do you want to take your first steps in the world of legal operations? If so, join us at our in-person workshop in Central London with Melius, a boutique legal operations consultancy. The session will include: […]

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Breakfast roundtable: navigating AI-powered document automation in banking

Tue, 15 October 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am

We are pleased to host our first roundtable for legal leaders in banking, focused on AI-powered document automation. Our discussion will cover: The session will be led by Ross Lillyman, Head of EMEA Issuance Platforms Legal at Bank of America, with the Taylor Root legal recruitment experts Maud Dowding, Emma Coulter and Karolina Mikulicz-Church hosting […]

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