Interim General Counsel
Full-time legal leadership for critical transitions, transactions, and regulatory challenges
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Key Takeaways
- 1Fractional CFOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
- 2UK day rates range from £800 to £1500, depending on experience and sector
- 3Typical engagements save 50-70% compared to full-time executive hires
- 4Ideal for startups, scale-ups, and SMEs needing strategic leadership
- 5No employment overhead: no pension, NI, benefits, or notice periods
What is an Interim General Counsel?
Quick Definition
An Interim General Counsel is a senior legal executive who provides full-time leadership on a temporary basis—typically 3-12 months. They step in during GC departures, M&A transactions, regulatory investigations, or periods requiring intensive legal attention.
Interim General Counsels provide immediate, senior-level legal capability when continuity is essential. Whether your GC has departed, you are navigating a complex transaction, or facing regulatory scrutiny, an Interim GC provides experienced leadership without permanent commitment.
Cost Comparison
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£180k+
Time Allocation
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UK Fractional Executive Day Rates
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Fractional vs Interim vs Full-Time
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| Aspect | Fractional | Interim | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Commitment | 1-3 days/week | 4-5 days/week | 5 days/week |
| Duration | Ongoing/flexible | 3-12 months | Permanent |
| Annual Cost | £50-150k | £150-300k | £200-400k+ |
| Best For | SMEs, startups, scale-ups | Crisis, transitions | Large enterprises |
| Flexibility | ★★★ High | ★★☆ Medium | ★☆☆ Low |
Costs are indicative UK market rates. Actual costs vary by role, experience, and sector.
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Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CFO UK average day rate: £1000.
BetaThis calculator provides rough estimates for illustration only. Actual rates and salaries vary based on location, experience, industry, and market conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Most Interim GCs can start within 2-4 weeks. For urgent situations like regulatory investigations or crisis management, some experienced interims maintain availability for faster deployment. This is significantly faster than permanent legal recruitment.
Industry Resources & Authority Links
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www.lawsociety.org.uk
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www.sra.org.uk
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www.legal500.com
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www.fca.org.uk
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ico.org.uk
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www.iod.com
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www.scaleupinstitute.org.uk
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www.gov.uk
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