John Burchill

John has learned about business through his work as a business lawyer with some of the UK's most recognised brands including Lloyds and TSB Banks, Eaton Corporation, The Body Shop and Domino’s Pizza Group. But more than this, his career and personal experiences have taught him that planning and organisation, strong relationship building, good communications and a positive culture is what really breeds business success. 

With more than 30 years’ experience of working in many different business and company set ups, as a General Counsel, Non-Executive Director, Chair and interim CEO John is well positioned to bring real added value to your organisation.

John has worked in the UK and in Europe and has advised on projects and contracts in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and North America. He has worked in many sectors including food and drink, franchising, financial services, engineering and automotive, health, IT, professional services, and publishing to mention just a few.

By building great relationships, using strong communications and adopting best business practices John will advise your Business, guide your Board and mentor your leaders to bring a different approach and positive change to your business.

Johns Career Journey

Early Days

Born in Bristol

Educated in Wales

A keen rugby player with an interest in sport, music, and journalism

1980s & 1990s

Following University was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 1986

Became an In-House Lawyer

Worked for Lloyds and TSB Banks, Eaton Corporation and The Body Shop

2000’s Onwards

Started as a Flexible General Counsel for Domino’s Pizza Group

Founded The Legal Director and then BurchillGC

Have operated as a GC, Chairman, NED Interim CEO for various clients

The Present

Now specialises in Business and Legal Affairs, Board Guidance and Leadership Advice

Interested in building positive culture within Boards and Businesses

Presents a weekly Radio Show on Radio Bath

How We Work.

We focus on 3 core skills when working with clients:

  • Building a Strong Relationship - Becoming your ‘Trusted Adviser’

  • Clear Communications - No Technical Legal Jargon!

  • Business Pragmatism and Best Practice - Providing Commercial Solutions that Stand Up.

We focus on building and maintaining good foundations for your business, so that it is capable, of growing without falling over. Starting with your ownership and the relationship between your Shareholders, your investors and you and your Company through to your contractual infrastructure (protecting you against risks and taking advantage of opportunities) in relation to your Customers, Suppliers, Employees and other people and organisations you deal with.

 

However quickly your business grows, you must give attention to these things. They will keep your business sharp, give you the opportunity to present your business in a positive light to others (which shows organisation and intent, and which can be a marketing tool for your business) and will position your business for exit when you are ready to sell.

 

The combination of a well organised business with a strong infrastructure, combined with great leadership and a positive culture, will position your business for success. We focus on these things – This is How We Work!

Our Business Experience

  • John Burchill has acquired more than 30 years of extensive business experience working at Senior and Board level as a General Counsel, CEO, NED and Chair.

  • Working in the UK and Internationally with companies including Lloyds Bank, GE Capital, Eaton Corporation, The Body Shop, Dominos Pizza Group.

  • In financial services, insurance, retail and franchising, engineering, food and drink, health, IT, professional services and publishing.

We explain in more detail how we can get you onto the right path.