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  

From tech start-ups and scale ups to FTSE and Fortune listed companies, 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 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. 

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

Case studies

Read about our latest partnerships with our global clients


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.

  • Market Insight

The future of in-house teams – more business than law?

  • Posted July 30, 2025
In-house legal teams are undergoing a quiet revolution. Once seen as the guardians of compliance and risk mitigation, today’s in-house counsel are increasingly stepping into roles that blend legal expertise with strategic business acumen. As companies face mounting regulatory complexity, digital transformation, and global competition, the future of in-house teams may be less about law […]
  • Hiring advice

How European businesses are losing time, money and talent trying to hire alone

  • Posted July 28, 2025
Hiring the right legal and compliance talent quickly is imperative. Yet across Europe, many businesses are still relying on outdated, manual recruitment processes that slow them down and cost more than they realise. Interview scheduling is draining time and resources Coordinating interviews may seem like a minor task, but it’s one of the most time-consuming […]
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  • Private Equity

Private equity market analysis: US, UK and Europe in 2025

  • Posted July 28, 2025
As we enter the second half of 2025, the private equity (PE) markets in the US, UK and Europe present distinct dynamics. The US leads with robust deal activity and a strong IPO pipeline, outpacing the UK, which faces a cautious recovery amid economic and geopolitical challenges. Europe shows resilience, surpassing the UK in deal […]
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  • Hiring advice

Should you hire a GC, CLO, or Head of Legal for your PE-backed business?

  • Posted July 23, 2025
Whether you’re hiring your first in-house legal expert, or hiring above an existing team ahead of a specific exit event, choosing the right legal leader for your PE-backed business is critical. As someone who helps private equity-backed companies navigate this challenge, I’ve seen first hand how critical it is to align role scope and expectations […]

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