Corporate and commercial

We are a market-leading legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment consultancy for corporate and commercial businesses with unrivalled global reach. 

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Trusted legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment in the corporate and commercial sectors  

Corporate and commercial businesses operate across a wide range of industries, each with its own legal and regulatory demands. We support clients across this full landscape, recruiting legal, risk, compliance and governance professionals who understand the complexities of their sector.

Forming long-term partnerships with professionals and businesses, we are regarded as the market leader for in-house legal, risk and compliance recruitment. Whether companies are looking to hire their first Lawyer or expand their governance function internationally, we are a trusted consultancy with an impeccable reputation. 

Retail and consumer

Fashion, luxury, FMCG, e-commerce and consumer goods

Real estate and construction

Property developers, construction and infrastructure

Case studies

Read about our latest partnerships with our global clients


benefits

By choosing to work with us, you will benefit from: 

Genuine global reach

Our 13 global offices have completed projects in more than 55 locations.  Through our extensive network we can consistently deliver in your search for talent 

An unrivalled track record

We are a recruitment partner you can trust 

Market longevity

We pioneered the first recruitment consultancies in numerous global locations. We offer local market knowledge on a global scale 

Focused expertise

We are a legal, risk and compliance specialist search and recruitment consultancy, dedicated to the legal, risk and compliance profession. We speak your language and understand your markets  

Tailored services

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

Roles we typically recruit for include: 

Legal

  • Global General Counsel
  • General Counsel
  • Legal Director
  • Head of Legal
  • Interim General Counsel
  • Interim Head of Legal
  • Senior Legal Counsel
  • Legal Counsel
  • Interim Legal Counsel
  • Contract Manager
  • Paralegal

Risk

  • Chief Risk Officer
  • Risk Director
  • Head of Risk
  • Risk Manager
  • Quantitative Manager
  • Risk Analyst
  • Quantitative Analyst
  • Senior Market Risk Analyst
  • Market Risk Project Manager
  • Credit Manager
  • Special Counsel

  

Compliance

  • Chief Compliance Officer
  • Compliance Director
  • Head of Compliance
  • Head of Data Protection
  • Compliance Manager
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Conflicts Analyst

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We are delighted to share with you our 2025-2026 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.

Our latest articles

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Five roadblocks to recruiting interim legal expertise directly

  • Posted December 18, 2025
Interim legal professionals play a critical role in maintaining business continuity during periods of transition, transformation, or increased workload. For General Counsels and Talent Partners, securing the right interim talent quickly can make the difference between seamless operations and significant disruption. However, when organisations opt for direct recruitment rather than partnering with a specialist, they […]
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The art of early influence: Getting the first 90 days right as a General Counsel in the private equity ecosystem

  • Posted December 17, 2025
Having worked with General Counsel across the private equity ecosystem for many years, one thing is clear. The first 90 days in a new General Counsel role have an outsized impact on long-term success. Private equity-backed companies move quickly. They are commercially driven, highly pressured and focused on value creation. This pace also influences how […]
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The changing expectations of the US in-house legal market

  • Posted December 8, 2025
The US in-house legal market is evolving as both employers and candidates adjust to new expectations, shifting priorities and growing internal capability needs. Conversations with Jon Coles and John Spinosa highlight how legal departments are responding to these pressures, what legal professionals value today and why international companies operating in the US are rethinking how […]

How M&A deals and AI are influencing US in-house legal hiring

  • Posted December 8, 2025
Shifts in deal activity, developments in artificial intelligence and evolving compensation expectations are influencing how companies hire in the United States. Recent insights from Jon Coles and John Spinosa highlight how legal teams are preparing for 2026, what skills are becoming more sought after and how both employers and candidates can adapt to a fast-moving […]

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