How One Lawyer Redefined Success by Working Part-Time Without Compromise
A London-based legal professional has reshaped her career to balance ambition with family life. After years in high-pressure roles, she now works part-time as general counsel at Sagacity, a data analytics firm. Her journey reflects a deliberate shift from gruelling schedules to a more structured approach—without sacrificing success.
She began her legal career with clear ambitions, graduating with honours in 2007. Her first job at a private law firm introduced her to corporate law's demands: long hours and relentless pressure. A later move to in-house counsel at a major tech company marked a significant step, deepening her expertise.
Motherhood changed her perspective. With two children, she questioned whether a traditional corporate career could coexist with family time. A brief attempt at a four-day workweek proved unsustainable, pushing her to seek alternatives.
In 2022, she joined Sagacity in a 25-hour-per-week role, working from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Efficiency became key—she streamlined processes, introduced a ticket system for legal requests, and developed templates and FAQs to cut down on repetitive queries. Her efforts paid off: within a year, she was promoted to general counsel.
Her disciplined approach extends beyond work. Meetings are kept concise, coffee breaks are rare, and lunches with colleagues are infrequent. This focus allows her to excel professionally while preserving time for her children and personal interests.
Today, she leads Sagacity's legal team on a part-time schedule. The role lets her maintain a high level of responsibility while working fewer hours. Her experience shows how structured flexibility can create space for both career growth and family priorities.
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