Influencing the C-Suite - How to Manage Upwards & Effectively Communicate Legal & Risk Insights

Introduction

Boards, general counsel, and senior partners expect communication that is strategic, concise, risk-aware and solution-focused. Legal and compliance professionals must be able to distil complexity into insight and deliver it with authority. All those presenting to boards - their own, their clients, their targets - need to be able to both inform and persuade. They need to understand their audiences. They need to manage upwards.

Presented by Peter Jackson, former CEO of international law firm Hill Dickinson, this practical webinar will equip you with proven communication techniques to influence decision-making at the highest levels. In just 60 minutes, you will learn how to translate complex legal analysis, risk assessments, and regulatory considerations into clear, impactful messages tailored for executive audiences.

What You Will Learn

On completion of this webinar, you will be able to:

• Communicate legal and risk insights succinctly and strategically to senior leaders
• Tailor messages to the expectations and decision-making styles of boards, GCs, and partners
• Present data-driven findings with clarity, confidence, and credibility
• Apply structured briefing frameworks for effective executive communication
• Avoid common communication pitfalls that undermine influence and trust

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Tuesday 18th August 2026

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