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GLOBAL COO ACADEMY

From Lawyer to Business Leader

The definitive executive program for General Counsel. Master legal department governance, drive commercial value, and command C-Suite influence. Earn the globally-recognized Winmark Certificate, delivered in collaboration with King’s College London, in just 8 weeks.

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Global General Counsel Academy
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£2350 + VAT

8-week executive program investment

WHATS INCLUDED
  • 8 Live Half-Day Masterclasses
  • Strategic Frameworks & Templates
  • Winmark Certificate in collaboration with King’s College London
  • 48 Certified CPD Points
  • Global Executive Peer Network Access

Our Faculty Bring Experience from the World’s Leading Organizations

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Are You Still the Lawyer in the Room?

You’re the corporate conscience, the ultimate backstop against risk. Yet when the most critical strategic decisions are made, you’re consulted on compliance, not on growth. Your budget is scrutinized as a cost, not an investment. The business sees a legal expert, not an enterprise leader.

Meet Your Instructors
A Faculty of Renowned Legal Leaders

Learn from those who have shaped the modern legal landscape. Our faculty comprises of globally recognized GCs, legal innovators, and academic leaders.

Prof. Dan Hunter

King’s College London

Executive Dean, The Dickson Poon School of Law

Omiyinka Doris

The Netherlands
Former Group General Counsel, now CEO Advisor, VEON

Bjarne Philip Tellmann

Norway
Former General Counsel Haleon, GSK Consumer Healthcare and Pearson.

Prof. Christoph Kletzer

King's College London
Professor of Law, Vice Dean International, The Dickson Poon School of Law

Susan Sayers

Hong Kong
Former General Counsel, Asia and Middle East, HSBC

Amitabh Lal Das

India

Chief Legal Officer, Hyundai Motor India

Chris Fowler

UK
Chief Operating Officer – Legal, Governance and Corporate Affairs, Rio Tinto

Samallie Kiyingi

Singapore
Global General Counsel, Corporate & Investment Banking, Standard Chartered Bank

Vincent Ng

King’s College London
General Counsel & Head of Public Affairs, Klook

Harry Borovick

UK
General Counsel, Luminance & Author of “AI and the Law”

Lubna Qassim

UAE
Former SEVP, Group Chief General Counsel & Company Secretary​ Emirates NBD

Mark Cockerill

Ireland
SVP, Legal – Corporate, M&A and International Development​ServiceNow

Sabine Chalmers

UK

Group General Counsel, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Company Secretary​, BT Group

Kari Hietanen

Finland

EVP Public Affairs & Sustainability​
Wärtsilä

Timo Spitzer

Germany
Executive Director & Head of Legal CIB – Germany, Austria, Switzerland & Nordic Countries​ Banco Santander

An End-to-End Curriculum for Strategic Impact

Eight masterclasses, each designed by and for sitting GCs, provide a coherent pathway from operational excellence to strategic leadership. Explore the modules to see the actionable frameworks you’ll acquire.

This masterclass enables General Counsel to operate with confidence and impact at board level while influencing senior stakeholders across the organisation. With rising expectations on legal leaders to contribute strategically, GCs must navigate complex governance environments, communicate risk effectively, and align legal priorities with business objectives. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.

This masterclass explores how General Counsel can lead high-performing legal departments that operate as strategic business partners. The session examines how to position the legal team for maximum enterprise impact, build strong internal credibility, and move from cost centre to value creator. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
Empowers General Counsel to plan strategically, manage budgets effectively, and report with confidence. The session explores how to develop actionable legal plans, build credible budgets, set meaningful KPIs, and create reporting frameworks that drive trust, accountability and investment with the C-Suite. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
Attracting, developing, and retaining top legal talent is a growing challenge. This masterclass equips General Counsel with practical strategies to build high-performing legal teams with the right skills and mindset to thrive, exploring how to identify capability gaps and create compelling career pathways. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
Empowers General Counsel to lead digital transformation and harness the strategic potential of AI. The session explores the latest in legal tech and generative AI, offering practical tools to manage implementation, optimise workflows, and embed innovation into core operations. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
Equips General Counsel with the tools to forecast and manage legal demand and optimise supplier relationships. With increasing pressure to deliver more for less, this session covers how to align legal resourcing with business needs, apply procurement best practices, and manage performance across the legal supplier lifecycle. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
Explores the legal function’s growing responsibility in shaping and delivering an organisation’s sustainability and ESG agenda. This session provides practical tools to embed sustainability into contracts, policies, and supply chains, while ensuring legal is positioned to lead on climate-related reporting and greenwashing risks. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
Provides General Counsel with the tools, insights and frameworks to proactively manage legal risk and respond confidently to disputes and crises. Practical strategies will be shared for managing litigation, optimising external spend, and implementing an effective crisis response. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.
This free of charge Masterclass, led by seasoned CEO Phillip Wale, equips business leaders with essential corporate finance insights. Covering how the City works, funding strategies, valuation, and investor behaviour, it uses real-world case studies to enhance strategic decision-making and shareholder value in today’s complex financial landscape. Perfect for in-house lawyers seeking sharper financial and investor engagement skills. For more information on this and other modules, download the GGCA program.

This Strategic Gap Is Costing You.

Standing still is no longer an option. While you manage risk, a new breed of strategic GC is shaping the future—and the rewards are immense.

“General Counsel who actively influence corporate strategy report 38% higher compensation and are twice as likely to be considered for C-suite roles.”

– CLOC 2024 Industry Report

Every day you spend as a legal expert is a day you’re not building your legacy as a strategic architect. The question isn’t just about what you could gain, but what you are losing by not making the transition.

Join an Elite Cohort of Your Peers

This program isn’t just about what you learn; it’s about who you learn with. Engage with a curated network of senior legal leaders facing the same challenges and opportunities.
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The Bridge from Legal Advisor to Business Architect.

This isn’t another legal theory seminar. The Global GC Academy is a practical, hands-on executive program engineered to arm you with the language, frameworks, and mindset of the C-Suite. We don’t just teach the new rules; we show you how to write them.

Command the Boardroom

This program isn’t just about what you learn; it’s about who you learn with. Engage with a curated network of senior legal leaders facing the same challenges and opportunities.

Sources: Winmark Alumni Tracker, Apr 2025; LinkedIn Talent Insights, Feb 2025.

Run Legal Like a Business

Implement the systems, KPIs, and data-driven budget models to prove your department’s ROI. Stop justifying costs and start demonstrating value.

Sources: Gallup, 2025 Exceptional Workplace Awards; GMI, Contract Lifecycle Management Report, Mar 2025.

Lead on AI & Digital Risk

Move from reactive to proactive. Gain the definitive frameworks to securely harness Generative AI, manage digital risk, and build a legal function fit for the future.

Sources: Major Lindsey & Africa, 2024 Compensation Survey; Equilar, 2024 GC Pay Trends.

An Investment in Your Career. A Tangible Return.

This isn’t another legal theory seminar. The Global GC Academy is a practical, hands-on executive program engineered to arm you with the language, frameworks, and mindset of the C-suite. We don’t just teach the new rules; we show you how to write them.

Fast-Track Your Path to Group GC

Lead teams that out perform the competition. Our graduates report a higher impact in the Legal Department and across the Busines

Sources: Winmark Alumni Tracker, Apr 2025; LinkedIn Talent Insights, Feb 2025.

Unlock an Immediate Compensation Uplift

Commercialy minded GCs earn $100,000 to $250,000 more, reflecting their enhanced strategic value

Sources: Major Lindsey & Africa, 2024 Compensation Survey; Equilar, 2024 GC Pay Trends.

Become Board-Relevant in AI, Cyber & ESG

Command the topics that dominate the modern boardroom. FTSE 100 companies list the GGCA in their Annual Report as a major contributor.

Sources: Major Lindsey & Africa, 2024 Compensation Survey; Equilar, 2024 GC Pay Trends.

Drive Team Performance & ROI

Lead teams that out perform the competition. Our graduates report a higher impact in the Legal Department and across the Busines

Sources: Gallup, 2025 Exceptional Workplace Awards; GMI, Contract Lifecycle Management Report, Mar 2025.

Ready to Redefine Your Role?

The next cohort starts September 12, 2025. Your seat at the table is waiting.

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