Professional services recruitment

We are a market-leading recruiter of legal, risk and compliance specialists in the professional services sector.

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Legal, risk and compliance recruitment for professional services

We are a renowned and trusted recruiter of legal, risk and compliance specialists at every level for professional services firms of every size.

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 compliance team 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 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

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Roles we typically recruit for include:

Legal

Legal counsel
Senior legal counsel
General counsel

Risk

Risk manager
Risk analyst
Risk director
Internal auditor

Compliance

Compliance manager
Compliance director
Company secretary

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We’ve already discussed how the North American energy transition and AI driven infrastructure will reshape legal hiring, but what role does venture capital (VC) play in this scenario? VC has become a central force accelerating North America’s energy transition, transforming research breakthroughs into commercial energy solutions. Global clean‑energy investment reached record levels in 2024 and continued rising […]

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Stepping up: How heads of legal can progress into the general counsel role

Posted March 19, 2026

The transition from head of legal to general counsel (GC) has become an increasingly significant career step within organisations. While both roles require extensive legal expertise, the GC position carries a broader strategic remit, encompassing enterprise-wide risk management, governance oversight and senior leadership responsibilities. As organisations face heightened regulatory expectations, operational complexity and evolving commercial […]

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How General Counsel in the Netherlands are building AI-ready legal teams

Posted March 9, 2026

Across the Netherlands, artificial intelligence is more than a technology conversation. For General Counsel, it has become a structural and workforce question. As organisations review how automation and legal tech fit into their operations, many are doing so at different speeds. This reflects the uneven pace of AI adoption across the Dutch legal market. This shift is happening against a complex backdrop. Parts of […]

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Leading beyond discomfort: how mind‑body awareness strengthens modern leadership

Posted March 5, 2026

As leaders navigate increasing complexity, shifting expectations and diverse teams, many are finding that technical capability alone is no longer enough. Effective leadership now depends on the ability to recognise discomfort early, stay grounded under pressure and create environments where people feel safe to contribute. During our recent International Women’s Day webinar that we hosted […]

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How multi‑asset consolidation is reshaping legal talent in alternative asset management

Posted March 5, 2026

Large alternative asset managers have entered a new era. Having absorbed trillions in third‑party assets under management (AUM) through the acquisition of specialist platforms across credit, insurance, secondaries, infrastructure and real assets, they are no longer single‑strategy firms. Instead, they are evolving into fully integrated, multi‑asset capital platforms. This consolidation wave has reshaped the competitive […]

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What UK interim in-house lawyers look for in day rates: expectations vs reality

Posted March 5, 2026

The interim legal market has evolved and grown significantly in the UK over the past 10 years, driven by shifting economic conditions, corporate transformation, digital and automation initiatives, headcount freezes and sustained demand for specialist in-house legal skills. Against this backdrop, one question consistently sits at the centre of conversations with interim in‑house lawyers when […]

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Why US in-house legal departments are restructuring in 2026: key themes emerging across industries

Posted March 4, 2026

In-house legal departments across the United States are entering a period of structural change. While cost pressure and regulatory complexity are not new, the pace and nature of change heading into 2026 is different. In-house legal teams are being asked to move faster, operate closer to the business, and support increasingly complex risk environments with […]

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How AI is reshaping legal leadership in private equity

Posted March 3, 2026

Private equity has always been defined by value creation under pressure. Tight timelines, imperfect information and high‑conviction decision‑making are not new dynamics. What has changed is the speed at which those dynamics now play out. Artificial intelligence has not altered the fundamentals of private equity. It has accelerated them. Across funds and portfolio companies alike, […]

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How to prepare for a risk and compliance interview in a law firm

Posted February 27, 2026

Interviewing for a risk and compliance role in a law firm is different from interviewing in other sectors. Law firms operate within strict regulatory environments, complex client relationships and partnership structures, meaning hiring managers assess more than technical knowledge alone. Whether you are applying for an AML, conflicts, data protection or broader compliance risk position, […]

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How market volatility is boosting hiring demand for REITs

Posted February 25, 2026

Market volatility has become a defining feature of the US real estate investment trust (REIT) landscape. Shifting interest rates, evolving investor sentiment, uneven sector performance, and changing capital raising conditions are influencing how REITs operate and, importantly, how they hire. While volatility often signals uncertainty, for many REITs it is driving an urgent increase in recruitment, particularly across legal, finance, […]

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Globalization of REIT investment strategies and the resulting talent gaps

Posted February 25, 2026

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are undergoing a significant shift as global investment strategies become more prominent. Institutional capital is increasingly crossing borders, and REITs are expanding into new regions and asset classes. This globalization is creating acute talent gaps across legal, finance, and investor relations functions as organizations adapt to more complex international operating […]

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Five ways senior lawyers can regain momentum after a career break or redundancy

Posted February 25, 2026

Career breaks and periods of transition are increasingly common among senior lawyers – whether it is as a result of redundancy, parental leave, health reasons, or simply the need to reset after years of high-intensity practice. Yet for many, returning to the market can feel daunting. Questions about relevance, market expectations, and shifting firm priorities […]

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