Trust Your Instincts: Amos Carrington on Finding Fulfilment at Low Carbon
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Lessons I Learned in Law with Amos Carrington, General Counsel & Company Secretary at Low Carbon
Amos Carrington, General Counsel at Low Carbon, talks to Scott Brown about making the leap from private practice to leading a mission-driven renewable energy legal team.
In this episode, Scott catches up with Amos Carrington, General Counsel at Low Carbon, a fast-growing renewable energy company. Amos shares practical, candid lessons about trusting your instincts, prioritising workplace culture, and seeing feedback as a gift.
He reflects openly on his transition from Herbert Smith Freehills—including his pivotal secondment in Tokyo—to leading an expanding in-house legal team through Low Carbon’s scale-up journey. Amos highlights why culture and mission alignment have been essential to his career fulfilment and shares personal insights from his time abroad and his passion for music.
A great listen for anyone at a career crossroads looking for genuine insights into in-house leadership.
Amos’s Recommendations:
- Podcast: The Age of Longevity – Music industry insights from artists who've stood the test of time.
- Book: The Lorax by Dr. Seuss – An entertaining, timeless cautionary tale on environmental responsibility.
About Heriot Brown:
At Heriot Brown, we help lawyers find fulfilment in their careers. Beyond recruitment, we foster a thriving community of in-house legal professionals who share insights, experiences, and growth opportunities.
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