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We’re a global search consultancy, specialising in risk, compliance and legal recruitment.

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

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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.

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Meet our team

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

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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.

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Our sectors

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

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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.

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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

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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. 

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Law firms

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

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Risk

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

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Compliance

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

Legal

  • General Counsel 
  • Head of Legal 
  • Partner
  • Legal Director
  • Legal Counsel 
  • Senior Legal Counsel 
  • Associate
  • Professional Support Lawyer
  • Document Review Paralegal
  • Patent Attorney
  • Contract Manager 

Compliance

  • Chief Compliance Officer
  • Head of Risk and Compliance
  • Compliance Manager
  • Compliance Director 
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Company Secretary

Risk

  • Chief Risk Officer
  • Risk Director 
  • Head of Operational Risk
  • Risk Quant Manager
  • Risk Business Partner

Latest Jobs

  • Information technology

ERP Project Manager, Global Professional Services

Exciting Opportunity for Senior Project Leaders! We are seeking a dynamic senior Project Manager for a prestigious global professional services firm. In this pivotal role, you will lead the migration of the Practice Management System from Elite Enterprise to Elite 3E, managing a diverse, globally distributed project team. This is not just about overseeing a […]
  • Salary £84435.86 – £105544.83 per annum
  • Posted Posted 4 mins ago
  • Information technology

ERP Project Manager, Global Professional Services

Exciting Opportunity for Senior Project Leaders! We are seeking a dynamic senior Project Manager for a prestigious global professional services firm. In this pivotal role, you will lead the migration of the Practice Management System from Elite Enterprise to Elite 3E, managing a diverse, globally distributed project team. This is not just about overseeing a […]
  • Posted Posted 8 mins ago

Enterprise Risk Manager

A fantastic opportunity for an Enterprise Risk Manager to design and implement and, thereafter, support an Enterprise Risk Management framework at a top law firm. Enterprise Risk Manager Develop and implement the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework, including policies, procedures, and reporting tools. Identify, assess, and monitor organizational risks in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring effective […]
  • Salary £120000 – £150000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 16 hours ago
  • Law firm

Corporate Tax Solicitor – Ad-hoc Consultant

Corporate Tax Solicitor – Ad-Hoc Consultancy Basis Our client, a leading international City law firm, is seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Consultant to handle all UK corporate tax matters on an ad-hoc basis. This role offers: Close collaboration with two senior partners. A focus on UK tax matters, with restructuring experience as an advantage. Remote […]
  • Salary £250 – £350 per hour
  • Posted Posted 2 days ago
  • Law firm

Employment Solicitor – 9-month FTC

Employment Associate (4+ years PQE) – 9-month Fixed-Term Contract About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our client, a leading Top 100 London firm’s renowned Employment Team, which provides comprehensive advice across both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. This role involves supporting high-profile clients on complex workplace issues and advising on […]
  • Salary £95000 – £130000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 2 days ago
  • FMCG

Senior Legal Counsel – 12 month contract

This a great 12 month FTC for a mid to senior level counsel who might also be open to permanent opportunities moving forward. The client has strong motivations to hire someone permanent later in 2025 and this would be a great opportunity to start as an interim head but very much part of a dynamic, […]
  • Posted Posted 3 days ago
  • Retail
  • Services
  • Technology (in-house)

*URGENT* Regional Counsel, APMEA

Our client is a globally renowned brand specializing in retail technology, offering integrated solutions and software to enhance customer experiences. They are looking for a Regional Counsel for their APMEA region, reporting into the MD. This is an exciting role to be a part of the group’s transformative journey, introducing structures, workflow, policies and processes […]
  • Posted Posted 3 days ago

AML Analyst

A successful law firm is looking for an AML Analyst to join their team in Bristol, supporting offices across the UK and Asia. Reporting to the AML Manager, you’ll conduct client due diligence (CDD) checks, ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) regulations. This role involves drafting high-quality CDD risk assessments for […]
  • Salary £25000 – £31000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 4 days ago
  • Law firm

Project Manager – Top Domestic Law Firm

The Data Solutions Group works closely with internal legal teams and clients to manage complex e-Discovery projects, including discovery reviews, regulatory investigations and more. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of e-Discovery project management experience and hands-on experience with Relativity or similar e-Discovery platforms. If you are interested in this role or would like […]
  • Posted Posted 4 days ago

Associate Legal Counsel

Associate Legal Counsel A global tech solutions business is looking for a mid-level lawyer to join their legal team. Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the position will support across operations globally, advising on a range of commercial matters with a focus on commercial contracts with customers and suppliers. You will also support across data […]
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

Client testimonials

Interim General Counsel | CDP Worldwide

CDP has enjoyed a fantastic partnership
with Taylor Root’s in-house team. I
worked with the interim team for my own
appointment as Interim Chief Legal Officer
and then with various consultants within
the legal in-house and risk and compliance
teams in London and Singapore. I worked
with Taylor Root to quickly recruit numerous
key strategic positions across the global
Legal, Risk and Compliance function

Interim General Counsel | CDP Worldwide

The Taylor Root team of Priya Shah,
Sinead Flanagan, Tatum Colclough, Davina
Fisher, Samantha Perry, Jide Chinsman,
Nasrine Aye and Celine Tay have truly been
consultative and supportive every step of
the way. It has been a pleasure to work with
them. I would highly recommend them to
any Chief Legal Officer looking to build out
their legal, risk and compliance function.

We are delighted to share with you our 2024-2025 global in-house legal market report and salary guide.

The global in-house legal market continues to evolve rapidly, navigating a complex landscape with both challenges and opportunities. This year’s report addresses several critical factors shaping the market.

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  • Career Advice

In-house lawyers are returning to private practice

  • Posted December 10, 2024
In recent years, an intriguing trend has emerged within the legal industry: seasoned lawyers, particularly those with extensive experience as General Counsel (GC), are increasingly transitioning back to private practice after years in-house. This shift reflects a notable evolution in the legal landscape, as private practice firms adapt to offer greater flexibility, entrepreneurial opportunities and […]
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  • Career Advice

Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: Interview with Danny Pamma

  • Posted December 10, 2024
As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Nikki Newton recently spoke to Danny Pamma, Head of Legal – EMEA/APAC for Visible Alpha about his experience as a Trustee for UD Music Foundation. What does your Trustee organisation do? UD Music Foundation brings communities together around black music/black music culture […]
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  • Career Advice

Competency-based interviews

  • Posted November 27, 2024
Contents What are competency-based interviews? Competency-based interviews form an important part of the recruitment process, with many employers placing great importance on their outcomes. This guide provides practical advice on how to approach competency interview questions, including typical competencies and example competency questions to help you prepare. While competency-based interviews can feel intimidating, with the […]
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  • Offshore

Living and working guide for lawyers in Jersey

  • Posted November 27, 2024
Overview of Jersey Are you a lawyer and looking to move to Jersey? It’s a popular destination for many legal professionals looking to relocate to an offshore territory – and for good reason. Jersey is the largest and southernmost of the Channel Islands, covering 118 km² and just 22 km from the Normandy coast of […]
  • Market Insight

Singapore risk management – 2024 year end market update

  • Posted November 21, 2024
The risk management industry in Singapore is witnessing notable changes and shifts both in recruitment and salary trends. As we slowly close off 2024 and reflect on a year of economic challenges and opportunities, the corporate governance recruitment landscape in Singapore remains dynamic as organizations navigate regulatory shifts, technological advancements, and sustainability imperatives. While the […]
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  • Career Advice

Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: Interview with Vicky Harris

  • Posted November 20, 2024
As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Sarah Ingwersen recently spoke to Vicky Harris General Counsel for Norstella about her experience as a Trustee for Bishop Simeon Trust. What did your charity do? I was Trustee of a small charity called Bishop Simeon Trust for eight years. It was […]