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The challenges facing the General Counsel

In an ever-changing legal environment, the role of the General Counsel is becoming increasingly central and strategic within organisations. At BCP Partners, we understand that the role of the General Counsel presents a number of significant challenges in an ever-changing legal landscape. They are increasingly the the armed wing of management. They intervene to contribute to the reflection and to the strategic decisionsin a a global and forward-looking vision from geopolitical and regulatory developments and business

And so, vision, adaptability and strategic thinking are crucial to navigating these complexities and ensuring legal compliance.

 

Constantly evolving regulations and legal frameworks require General Counsel to keep abreast of developments and ensure that the company's activities are compliant. They need to navigate complex legal and judicial landscapes and effectively mitigate legal and non-financial risks.

In addition, legal directors must negotiate contracts with a legal strategy They also have to manage cyber security, data protection and now, to a greater extent, environmental regulations and corporate social responsibility (CSR) requirements. Increasingly, they also have to manage cybersecurity, data protection and now, to a greater extent, environmental regulations and corporate social responsibility (CSR) requirements.

There are three points to bear in mind when managing disputes and resolving conflicts. Firstly, a legal risk assessment. The development of resolution strategies. Finally, the protection of the organisation's interests through collaboration with stakeholders.

 

They play a crucial role in maintaining high ethical standards. They guide governance practicesThey promote the transparency of information and protect companies from being held responsible for their actions and those of their directors. 

Managing disputes and resolving conflicts requires a careful assessment of legal risks, the development of resolution strategies and the protection of the organisation's interests in collaboration with all stakeholders.

By tackling these challenges, legal directors can ensure legal compliance, protect the company's interests and contribute to a more efficient and effective legal system. sustainable growth and the performance of their organisation.

Drawing on its experience and in-depth knowledge of the market, BCP Partners stands out for its ability to understand the specific needs of its clients and to identify the most qualified candidates for key legal and governance positions.

As former lawyers and group legal directors, the firm's partners have a thorough understanding of the market, the candidates and the rapid changes in the job. They bring a unique and valuable perspective to the search for and placement of top legal talent to match customer needs with the required candidate profiles.

BCP Partners is also rated a must-see since 2011 by Décideurs Magazine for the recruitment of a Legal Director.

Example of a mandate

Recruitment

Global General Counsel of a SBF 120 high-tech company with sales in excess of €2 billion

Context

Following the departure of its General Counsel, who had been in post for over 20 years, and in view of its international growth, a high-tech company listed on the SBF120 index decided to redefine and resize its legal function before recruiting its new Global General Counsel.

Support

We intervened in 3 phases:

1. Presentation to the Executive Board of changes in the scope of the legal function in general and in the technology industry in particular

2. Cultural analysis of the company to understand and propose a target organisation in line with the management style.

3. Recommendation for a definition and positioning of the position of General Counsel

Results

- A function calibrated to contribute to both the development and the protection of the company, in particular through the increased role of the General Counsel upstream of strategic projects

- An excellent fit between the profile recruited and the company - the CFO acknowledged that this was one of the best recruitments made in the last 4 years

- Recruitment of a Global General Counsel within a strengthened General Management team to address legal issues and meet future challenges