{"id":108026,"date":"2025-08-04T14:16:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T14:16:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/?p=108026"},"modified":"2025-09-11T13:32:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T13:32:53","slug":"how-to-become-a-general-counsel-in-the-u-s-space-and-defense-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/karriereberatung\/how-to-become-a-general-counsel-in-the-u-s-space-and-defense-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"How to become a General Counsel in the U.S. space and defense industry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide post-content-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becoming a <a href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/general-counsel-hub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">general counsel<\/a> (GC) in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deloitte.com\/us\/en\/insights\/industry\/aerospace-defense\/aerospace-and-defense-industry-outlook.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. space and defense sector<\/a> is a career that combines legal expertise with strategic leadership in one of the most complex and high-stakes industries in the world. It\u2019s a role that demands not only a deep understanding of the law but also fluency in national security, government operations, and emerging technologies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-the-role-of-a-gc\">Understanding the role of a GC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The General Counsel serves as the chief legal advisor to an organization, whether it\u2019s a federal agency like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NASA<\/a> or the Department of Defense, or a private aerospace and defense contractor such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northropgrumman.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Northrop Grumman<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spacex.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SpaceX<\/a>. The GC oversees a wide range of legal areas, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Government contracts and procurement&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Export controls such as ITAR and EAR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National security law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corporate governance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intellectual property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ethics and compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International treaties and space law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merger and acquisition activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disputes and commercial litigation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal decisions in this role often have far-reaching implications for national security, international diplomacy, and technological innovation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-laying-the-legal-foundation-nbsp\">Laying the legal foundation&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The path typically begins with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, followed by admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. But beyond these basics, aspiring GCs need to build a strong foundation in areas that are central to the defense and aerospace sectors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early career experience in administrative law, regulatory compliance, or litigation involving government entities can be particularly valuable. Many attorneys also gain experience in private law firms that specialize in government contracts or national security law.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gaining-industry-specific-experience-nbsp\">Gaining industry-specific experience&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To move into the space and defense sector, it\u2019s essential to develop specialized knowledge. There are several common pathways.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Government service<\/strong>\u202fis a popular starting point. Programs like the <a href=\"https:\/\/ogc.osd.mil\/Careers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Department of Defense\u2019s Honors Attorney Program<\/a> offer early exposure to high-level legal work in national security, procurement, and space law. Agencies such as NASA, the FAA, and the National Reconnaissance Office also provide rich legal training grounds.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Military legal careers<\/strong>\u202foffer another respected route. Serving as a Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the U.S. military provides hands-on experience with operational law, international law, and military justice. These skills translate well to civilian defense roles.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Private sector roles<\/strong>\u202fin-house at a defense contractor or in a law firm with a strong aerospace practice can provide critical exposure to the legal challenges of the industry. These roles often involve navigating classified programs, managing export compliance, and advising on mergers and acquisitions in a highly regulated environment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-developing-leadership-and-strategic-acumen-nbsp\">Developing leadership and strategic acumen&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal expertise alone isn\u2019t enough to succeed as a GC. The role requires a strategic mindset and the ability to lead teams, advise executives, and manage risk across the organization. Strong communication skills are essential, as GCs must translate complex legal issues into actionable guidance for non-lawyers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many successful GCs take on cross-functional projects, work closely with engineers and policy teams, and develop a reputation as trusted advisors. Executive presence, business acumen, and the ability to manage crises are all part of the toolkit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-security-clearance-and-ethical-standards-nbsp\">Security clearance and ethical standards&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most GC roles in this sector require a Top Secret or higher security clearance. Obtaining this clearance involves a thorough background investigation and a demonstrated history of integrity and discretion. A clean ethical record is not just preferred, it\u2019s mandatory.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maintaining clearance also requires ongoing compliance with strict standards related to financial responsibility, foreign contacts, and personal conduct.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-building-a-professional-network-nbsp\">Building a professional network&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because GC roles are rarely advertised publicly, networking is crucial. Many positions are filled through internal promotions or executive search firms. To stay visible, it helps to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend industry conferences such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spacesymposium.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Space Symposium<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ausa.org\/meet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AUSA Annual Meeting<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join professional associations like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanbar.org\/groups\/law_national_security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ABA\u2019s Standing Committee on Law and National Security<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with mentors and legal recruiters who specialize in government and defense placements&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reputation and relationships often open doors that r\u00e9sum\u00e9s alone cannot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-staying-informed-and-adaptable-nbsp\">Staying informed and adaptable&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legal landscape in space and defense is constantly evolving. GCs must stay ahead of developments in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, space law, and international regulations. Subscribing to industry publications, participating in legal think tanks, and engaging in continuing education are all essential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some attorneys also pursue advanced credentials to deepen their expertise. These might include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An LL.M. in national security or space law&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An MBA to strengthen business and leadership skills&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certifications in compliance or privacy, such as CCEP or CIPP\/G&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These qualifications can be especially helpful for attorneys transitioning from more general legal backgrounds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-long-game-nbsp\">The long game&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reaching the GC level in the space and defense industry is a long-term goal. It requires years of experience, a strong professional network, and a reputation for excellence and discretion. But for those who are passionate about national security, space exploration, and public service, the role offers a unique opportunity to shape policy, guide innovation, and protect national interests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a career that demands patience, persistence, and purpose, but the impact and rewards are profound.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-taylor-root-can-help-you-develop-your-legal-career-in-the-space-and-defense-industry-nbsp\">How Taylor Root can help you develop your legal career in the space and defense industry&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Working in the space and defense sector not only provides legal professionals with dynamic and challenging roles but also offers the chance to be part of an innovating movement. Whether driven by career aspirations or a passion for space and defense, this field offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, revolution, and meaningful impact.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our latest legal\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/jobs\/?_job_region=us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">job opportunities here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alternatively, if you are a space and defense firm looking to hire a legal professional for your organization, please\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/submit-a-vacancysubmit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">submit a brief<\/a>\u202fand a member of our team will be in touch.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-author\" id=\"block_d5af3093675f7e74518c2a7232aa39c1\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Author<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"cards cards--people\">\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card card--person post-78475 hd_person type-hd_person status-publish has-post-thumbnail hentry hd_person_sector-banking-and-financial-services hd_person_sector-corporate-and-commercial hd_person_seniority-director-group-manager hd_person_specialism-in-house hd_person_location-us\" id=\"block_d5af3093675f7e74518c2a7232aa39c1-person-78475\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card--person__inner\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/consultants\/jon-coles\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/JonColes_web-300x300.png\" class=\"card__image test\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 781px) 50vw, (max-width: 1023px) 40vw, (max-width: 1200px) 25vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/JonColes_web-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/JonColes_web-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/JonColes_web-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/JonColes_web.png 1000w\" \/><\/a>\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__titles\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"card__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/consultants\/jon-coles\/\">Jon Coles<\/a><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__subtitle\"><a href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/consultants\/jon-coles\/\">Director | In-house Legal<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__location\">US<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__email\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"card__contact-link card__contact-link--email\" href=\"mailto:joncoles@taylorroot.com\">joncoles@taylorroot.com<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__tel\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"card__contact-link card__contact-link--tel\" href=\"tel:+16469331249\">+1 646 933 1249<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-jobs is-style-reduced alignwide\" id=\"block_1065829dfe40980257c9e4781e4623be\" style=\"\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Jobs<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cards cards--jobs\">\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card card--job post-124645 job_listing type-job_listing status-publish hentry\" id=\"block_1065829dfe40980257c9e4781e4623be-job-124645\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/job\/residential-property-senior-associate-5-pqe-124645\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag card__tag--srgroup_job_industry\">Law firm<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag card__tag--srgroup_job_contract\">Permanent<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"card__title\">Residential Property Senior Associate 5+ PQE<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Senior Associate &#8211; Residential Property (5+ PQE) About the Firm A highly respected boutique firm with an exceptional pedigree in private wealth and real estate matters. 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The roles will involve advising on a wide range of corporate matters, including public and private mergers and acquisitions, continuations and discontinuations, public equity markets and equity capital raising, shareholders&#8217; agreements and joint ventures and corporate [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list meta-list--icons\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">Posted 3 days ago<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t<p class=\"card__read-more\">Read more<\/p>\n\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--job post-124518 job_listing type-job_listing status-publish hentry\" id=\"block_1065829dfe40980257c9e4781e4623be-job-124518\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/job\/legal-counsel-124518\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag card__tag--srgroup_job_industry\">Telecommunications<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag card__tag--srgroup_job_contract\">Permanent<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"card__title\">Legal Counsel<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Legal Counsel | 4-7 PQE | London Our client is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join its high-performing in-house legal team. This is a broad commercial role offering exposure to complex customer contracts, strategic projects and wider business-facing legal work within a fast-growing, infrastructure-led organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with senior [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list meta-list--icons\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">Posted 4 days ago<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t<p class=\"card__read-more\">Read more<\/p>\n\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\n<!-- Banner -->\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-274773364927\"\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:260px;height:520px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"274773364927\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-eu1.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLpyHBn4THqZryjLePpd0VoQqyl5krae%2B%2FfwPOiPtQLZRMTHTsta71udlEB21txg%2Bl7OSU4UpzrriDOlNodZgPZwO6brr5jDZxDtVJaksExRdZWoKEOPBzmhNqe03ClLEoUy1C5J5eM6iYX9cZRwUrOAHp%2FNCkjL3ky%2B5dHs%2B0IeK4QEaPc11kDvBC2yirNGU6fCX4hUaoGUte0R4LkSq9b%2B4FrH1i%2BrftjdlFKNzprYqiuBh4ns87DJw%3D%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=274773364927&#038;portalId=26669168\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"TR_GLO_2026_in-house_report_web-banner_Global-new\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com\/cta\/default\/26669168\/interactive-274773364927.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-posts is-template-grid alignwide\" id=\"block_a71dd14ba31b48a454a74d435c36887b\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Featured Content<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-arrow eyebrow-group__button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"hd-block-posts__button button wp-block-button__link eyebrow-group__link\" href=\"#\">See all news<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cards cards--posts\">\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card card--post post-123660 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-career-advice category-career-progression category-governance tag-new_risk-and-compliance-career-advice hd_author-zaryna-pirverdi\" id=\"block_a71dd14ba31b48a454a74d435c36887b-job-123660\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/career-advice\/the-skills-company-secretaries-need-to-progress-into-senior-roles\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"Close up of a woman at work, green shirt, making hand gestures\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__title\">The skills company secretaries need to progress into senior roles<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">July 28, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights The company secretary role has always sat close to the boardroom, but the expectations placed on the function have changed considerably. Strong technical governance expertise remains essential, but it is no longer enough on its own. Today\u2019s company secretaries are expected to help boards navigate regulation, stakeholder pressure, ESG scrutiny, technology [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--post post-123642 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-finding-talent category-hiring-advice category-us tag-new_in-house-hiring-advice hd_author-jon-coles hd_author-joncoles\" id=\"block_a71dd14ba31b48a454a74d435c36887b-job-123642\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/hiring-advice\/how-in-house-legal-teams-in-the-us-energy-sector-are-adapting-to-regulatory-complexity\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-507118706-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"Two male colleagues discuss work at a laptop\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-507118706-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-507118706-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-507118706-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__title\">How in-house legal teams in the US energy sector are adapting to regulatory complexity<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">July 28, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights Large-scale energy projects have always been complex.&nbsp;&nbsp;What is changing is how early, and how extensively, legal teams are now involved in shaping whether those projects can move forward.&nbsp; From permitting and environmental compliance to project finance, stakeholder management and major commercial agreements,&nbsp;in-house counsel recruitment&nbsp;is evolving as lawyers become involved much earlier [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--post post-94275 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-in-house category-market-update category-uk tag-new_in-house-market-insights hd_author-sarah-ingwersen\" id=\"block_a71dd14ba31b48a454a74d435c36887b-job-94275\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/de\/market-insight\/market-update\/uk-in-house-market-update\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-627872842-1-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"Businessman talking to colleagues in meeting\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-627872842-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/srgroup.highrise.digital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-627872842-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__title\">UK and Ireland in-house legal recruitment market update Q3<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">July 13, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Key insights Corporate and commercial, London Banking and financial services, London Interim, London Regional UK Ireland Corporate and commercial, London Q2 saw confidence continue to build across the in-house legal market, although hiring remained measured and highly strategic. 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