Banking and financial services recruitment

Our legal, risk and compliance recruitment teams support banking and financial services businesses to hire the highest quality talent in the market.

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From emerging fintechs to the world’s biggest banks, we have partnered with some of the world’s leading companies over the past three decades as they have built and expanded their in-house legal, risk and compliance functions. 

Forming long-term partnerships with professionals and businesses, we are a market leader in the sector. Whether companies are looking to hire their first lawyer or expand their risk team internationally, we are a trusted consultancy with an impeccable reputation. 

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Private equity and venture capital

With decades of experience supporting the private equity and venture capital sector, we partner with investment firms and their portfolio companies to recruit high-calibre in-house legal professionals.

From executive search mandates to interim and project-based hires, we offer a tailored, consultative approach that reflects the fast-paced and dynamic nature of the industry. Whether advising on a first legal hire or building out a multi-jurisdictional legal function, we are a trusted search partner known for our discretion, agility, and long-standing expertise in this space.

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

Focused expertise. We are a legal, risk and compliance specialist search and recruitment consultancy, dedicated to the legal, risk and compliance professions. 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 

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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The art of preparing for an IPO: Lessons from a General Counsel

  • Posted August 26, 2025
When a company is on the path to an IPO, the legal team often finds itself at the centre of the storm—juggling risk, readiness, and relentless scrutiny. But for James Maynard, seasoned General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, the key lesson is simple: start earlier than you think you need to. In a recent Q&A […]
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The art of attracting and retaining top legal talent in UK private equity and portfolio companies

  • Posted August 21, 2025
Private equity firms and their portfolio companies (portcos) in the UK are increasingly recognising the strategic importance of legal professionals. No longer confined to compliance and risk mitigation, legal talent is now central to deal execution, governance, and long-term value creation. When hiring legal teams for private equity and portcos, a comprehensive attraction and retention […]
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The true cost of unfilled legal roles

  • Posted August 21, 2025
In-house legal teams sit at the heart of business strategy—guiding decision-making, ensuring compliance and supporting growth. But when hiring for in-house legal teams stalls and key roles remain unfilled for extended periods, the knock-on effects across the organisation can be substantial. Unfilled legal positions can quietly erode business performance, from delayed projects and rising external […]
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How to hire for AI governance

  • Posted August 20, 2025
The EU AI Act may not be GDPR but the hiring pressure already feels familiar. As artificial intelligence (AI) adoption accelerates and regulatory frameworks take shape, organisations are starting to recognise that AI governance is not just a technical challenge, it is a leadership one. Legal, privacy, risk and compliance teams are being asked to […]

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