How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crises, and how does your legal strategy align with the broader business strategy to ensure the organisation’s resilience?

During times of instability or crisis, I take a proactive, adaptable, and collaborative approach to managing legal aspects. The key is closely aligning my legal strategy with the organisation’s broader business objectives and priorities.

This involves conducting thorough risk assessments to identify potential legal vulnerabilities; developing robust contingency plans and decision-making frameworks to address crisis scenarios; implementing enhanced legal monitoring and horizon scanning to stay informed of evolving regulations and risks; fostering agility and adaptability within the legal function to enable swift response to changing circumstances; ensuring legal considerations are embedded into the organization’s decision-making processes; maintaining transparent communication and collaboration with key stakeholders; continuously reviewing and improving legal strategies based on lessons learned.

By taking this strategic, aligned, and adaptive approach, I can position the legal function as a critical partner in ensuring the organisation’s resilience during periods of instability or crisis.

In your opinion, what are the main trends that are salient in your country currently?

Here are the main trends I observe in my country currently: economic slowdown and high inflation putting pressure on businesses and consumers; increasing political polarisation and gridlock on key policy issues; rapid advancements in technology, especially in areas like automation and artificial intelligence; growing concerns around environmental sustainability and the transition to clean energy; and demographic shifts, including an aging population and increased diversity in the workforce

These trends are impacting the legal landscape, business operations, and policy decisions across various sectors. Navigating this evolving landscape requires adaptability and a proactive approach from both legal professionals and industry stakeholders.