I attended a meeting of the Practical Law In-house Consultation Board a few weeks ago. The theme of the round table discussion was career progression in in-house legal teams. The board members had many fascinating insights to share from their own experiences fostering team environments that balance individual motivation and development with team success. The discussion covered a range of topics, including the:
- SQE and its meaning for the junior legal market.
- Pros and cons of a “grow your own” approach.
- Ideal structure of the legal team and its workflow.
- Important role of non-lawyers in the team.
- Skill sets needed to thrive in the modern in-house team.
I have reported on the board meeting in more depth in the article Consultation board round table: motivating and developing in-house talent.
