Fractional senior resource
Senior legal support for telecoms, AI, data and technology matters
Introduction
Some organisations need senior legal leadership but do not require a full-time general counsel. A fractional senior resource provides access to an experienced English solicitor who can support governance, commercial and operational legal needs on a flexible, retained or part-time basis. It offers immediate senior capability without the commitment of a permanent hire.
Bratby Law provides this support through a model designed for businesses that require consistent, senior-level input across English law regulatory, commercial, technology or operational matters.
How we work
We work as part of your leadership team, providing structured and predictable senior legal support. Fractional senior resource engagements typically involve:
- Integration into senior management discussions
- Clear, risk-based legal advice aligned with commercial objectives
- Support for governance, compliance and board reporting
- Oversight of contracts, suppliers and operational dependencies
- Management or mentoring of internal legal personnel
- Coordination of external legal advisers
- Continuity of legal knowledge across projects and business functions
Engagements may be structured for defined projects, interim cover, or ongoing fractional support.
Benefits to clients
This model provides:
- Immediate access to senior legal capability
- Predictable and flexible capacity that adjusts to operational demand
- A single point of contact with in-depth knowledge of the business
- Enhanced governance, compliance and oversight
- A cost-efficient alternative to full-time senior legal recruitment
Where we add most value
Our fractional senior resource support is particularly effective for:
- Technology scale-ups and SaaS businesses building legal, regulatory and commercial maturity
- Joint ventures, project companies and collaborative structures requiring robust governance frameworks
- Multinational businesses seeking a UK legal presence without establishing a local in-house team
- Organisations requiring interim senior legal leadership during transitions or recruitment processes
- Businesses experiencing increased regulatory, commercial or operational complexity
Related practice areas
Other client engagement models
Independent directory rankings
Our specialist expertise is recognised in major independent legal directories:
- Chambers & Partners: Rob Bratby is ranked in the UK Guide 2026 in the “Telecommunications” category: Chambers
- The Legal 500: Rob Bratby is listed as a “Leading Partner – Telecoms” in London (TMT – IT & Telecoms): The Legal 500
- Lexology: Rob Bratby is featured on Lexology’s expert profiles (Global Elite Thought Leader): Lexology
To discuss fractional senior-resource support for your organisation, please contact the firm to arrange a confidential conversation.
What clients say
What is a fractional senior legal resource?
A fractional senior legal resource provides access to an experienced English solicitor on a part-time, retained or flexible basis. The role supplements the in-house function by delivering senior oversight of governance, commercial, regulatory and operational legal matters without the need for a full-time senior hire.
How does a fractional senior resource differ from a fractional general counsel?
A fractional senior resource provides senior legal capability and continuity across governance, commercial operations and legal risk management. A fractional general counsel role typically includes broader strategic leadership responsibilities. The appropriate engagement depends on the level of seniority, scope and decision-making authority required.
Which organisations benefit most from this model?
The model suits organisations that require sustained senior legal input but do not yet need, or do not wish to appoint, a full-time general counsel. This includes technology scale-ups, project companies, joint ventures, multinational businesses establishing or expanding UK operations and organisations undergoing periods of operational change.
What responsibilities can be covered by a fractional senior resource?
Common responsibilities include governance support, oversight of commercial and supplier contracting, management of legal risk, input to regulatory issues, mentoring of in-house teams, engagement with external counsel and ensuring continuity across projects and operational processes.
How flexible is the model?
Engagements can be structured for a defined period, interim cover or long-term fractional support. Time commitments can scale up or down according to operational demands and internal capacity.
Does a fractional senior resource replace external law firms?
No. The role complements existing external advisers by acting as the senior internal point of contact. It helps scope, instruct and manage external law firms, ensuring efficient use of specialist resources and alignment with commercial priorities.
How quickly can a fractional senior resource be appointed?
Support can usually begin at short notice. Following an initial assessment of the organisation’s requirements, integration with internal teams and processes can occur rapidly.
How is the service delivered day-to-day?
Engagements typically involve regular touchpoints with senior management, structured reporting, involvement in operational and commercial discussions and ongoing oversight of legal workstreams. The approach is tailored to the organisation’s preferred methods of working.
Is the arrangement suitable for interim cover?
Yes. The model is frequently used to provide interim leadership during recruitment processes, organisational transitions or periods of increased commercial or regulatory activity.
How is confidentiality managed?
All work is performed in accordance with professional obligations and high standards of confidentiality. Engagement terms, access arrangements and reporting lines are agreed to ensure appropriate protection of sensitive information.
Fractional senior resource
Senior legal support for telecoms, AI, data and technology matters