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We are a global legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment consultancy.

Forming lasting partnerships with our clients and candidates, we are constantly evolving and continue to shape the world’s legal, risk and compliance markets. 

Our services

We tailor our services to suit your needs and goals. We offer contingent and retained search, permanent, temporary and interim recruitment as well as consultancy solutions.

Meet our team

Our legal, risk and compliance teams are experienced specialists who have extensive knowledge of their markets.

Resources

Our resources, including industry news, career advice, salary guides, hiring trends and more, offer insights for our clients and for legal, risk and compliance professionals.

Our sectors

We recruit legal, risk and compliance specialists for law firms, corporate and commercial businesses, and banking and financial services companies.

Job search

Ready to find your next legal, risk or compliance role? We offer opportunities at all levels for a wide range of companies internationally.

Our events

Our in-person and virtual sessions cover a range of thought leadership topics as well as events which offer the legal, risk and compliance community an opportunity to come together.

Our specialisms

In-house legal

With a global, market-leading team of experienced consultants, we are known as a leader and recruitment partner of choice within the in-house legal market. 

Law firms

Recruiting at all levels from newly qualified to partners, we are the global go-to specialist in law firm search and recruitment.  

Risk

We recruit across all risk disciplines, supporting a wide range of businesses internationally. 

Compliance

With a proven track record and an exceptional network of professionals and businesses, we are a trusted compliance recruiter. 

Our sectors


Latest Jobs

  • Information Technology

General Counsel and Company Secretary

Taylor Root is recruiting for an ASX listed technology business that partners with clients to help improve their technology infrastructure and security. Headquartered in Melbourne, this business is looking to recruit for their first General Counsel and Company Secretary. Given this is a greenfield role, it presents an exciting opportunity to shape this role in […]
  • Posted Posted 16 seconds ago
  • FMCG
  • Retail

Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial

The Opportunity A market leading FMCG brand, headquartered in Australia, is seeking a Counsel to join their legal and compliance team to work across a range of matters for all business functions and to support the executive team with all strategic requirements. This will be a five month full time fixed term contract role, with […]
  • Posted Posted 33 mins ago
  • Energy

Senior Legal Counsel – Energy

The Opportunity Our client is a prominent organisation in the energy sector in Australia. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to working across network planning, network operations, delivery, major projects and renewable energy zones. Key Responsibilities Drafting and advising on various network related contracts and negotiating on property rights, loan agreements and securities. […]
  • Posted Posted 37 mins ago

Senior Legal Counsel, Regulatory Gov & Comp

Our client is seeking a Senior Regulatory Governance and Compliance Legal Counsel to join their Legal and Compliance team in Miami, FL. The candidate will handle all matters concerning regulatory governance, in particular in relation to FIFA statutes and the FIFA governance regulations due to the companies close work with the FIFA organization. Responsibilities: Handle […]
  • Posted Posted 2 days ago

Sanctions Compliance Manager

Our client, an international sports governing body, is seeking a Sanctions Compliance Manager to join their Legal and Compliance team in Miami, FL. The candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the companies compliance with international sanctions regulations and mitigate associated risks effectively. This position reports directly into and works closely with the Head […]
  • Posted Posted 2 days ago
  • Law firm

Employment Associate

Employment Solicitor – Associate Our client is a prestigious and globally renowned legal practice, known for its expertise in providing high-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, they continually strive to deliver tailored solutions to meet their clients’ needs. Role Overview:They are seeking an experienced Employment […]
  • Salary £65000 – £70000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 3 days ago
  • Law firm

Real Estate Senior Associate 8+PQE

Great opportunity for a senior real estate development lawyer with a passion for large regeneration projects to join a leading international practice. Our client is a highly regarding international law firm and this is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic team based in Birmingham, Manchester, or Leeds as a Property Development Senior Associate! With […]
  • Salary £90000 – £120000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 3 days ago

PSL – Real Estate

We’ve been instructed by a leading global law firm who are seeking to expand its PSL / knowledge lawyer team. They are looking to hire a PSL / Knowledge Lawyer who is experiened in real estate. Fee-earning candidates from top tier firms and and existing knowledge lawyers / PSLs will be considered. Full time / […]
  • Posted Posted 3 days ago
  • Telecommunications

Senior Legal Counsel

My client, a high-growth telecommunications company, have an exciting opportunity for a senior lawyer to join their General Counsel in running the legal function of this fast-paced business. The role will be pivotal, providing strategic legal guidance across sales, marketing, technology, and regulatory fronts. From negotiating contracts to tackling complex legal challenges, this role will […]
  • Posted Posted 4 days ago

Corporate Paralegal

A prominent player in infrastructure development and construction, is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join their esteemed Legal group in Washington. With a robust portfolio of ongoing projects both domestically and internationally, and a forward-looking approach to future endeavors, this organization is poised for continued success. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Corporate Paralegal […]
  • Salary $75000 – $120000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 4 days ago

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Send us your CV and we’ll get to work on finding your next big opportunity. 

We are delighted to present the Taylor Root Australia in-house legal salary guide 2023-24

In our guide, we explore the Australian in-house legal recruitment market, look into compensation trends, and see the developments across the last 12 months and predictions for the future. Included salary structures across 1 year PQE to Deputy GC roles within financial markets to technology, energy and resources, healthcare, media and entertainment, retail banking and more.

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