Professional services recruitment

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

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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

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Risk

Risk manager
Risk analyst
Risk director 
Internal auditor

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Compliance

Compliance manager
Compliance director
Company secretary

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Why financial services risk and change contractors benefit from a hybrid Netherlands-Europe work model

  • Posted November 27, 2025
Financial services risk and change contractors across Europe are increasingly drawn to Dutch based companies for good reason. The Netherlands requires key talent for financial services, insurance and regulatory projects, offering opportunities to work on high-impact assignments without committing to full-time relocation. One model gaining traction is working two days in the Netherlands and three […]
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Hiring senior in-house legal leaders for private equity-backed businesses

  • Posted November 27, 2025
Private equity-backed businesses operate at pace. They scale fast, execute complex transactions and manage demanding stakeholders, all while preparing for eventual exit. In this environment, a senior in-house legal leader isn’t just a safeguard; they are a commercial partner shaping value creation within the wider leadership team.  Whether you need a General Counsel (GC), Chief Legal […]
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Redefining internal audit: the strategic move from outsourced to co-sourced models

  • Posted November 26, 2025
As an internal audit recruitment specialist, I’ve seen the sector go through a significant transformation over the past decade. Once seen primarily as a compliance exercise, it now plays a central role in helping organisations strengthen governance, enhance internal controls and improve risk management across the business. Yet many organisations still rely on an outsourced […]
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Why data protection needs to be more commercial

  • Posted November 25, 2025
Privacy and data protection teams are under pressure. Budgets are tight, AI is expanding the risk surface and boards want more than regulatory assurance. This shift is changing how organisations think about capability building and data protection recruitment, with greater emphasis on commercial impact and operational influence.  The answer is not stricter or more reactive compliance. […]
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How to prepare your insurance compliance team for regulatory change

  • Posted November 13, 2025
For senior compliance leaders in the insurance industry, regulatory change is a constant. Whether it’s consumer duty, operational resilience or new standards around non-financial misconduct, the challenge is no longer understanding what’s changing – it’s about how effectively your compliance team responds.  Across the financial services sector, insurers are under pressure to strengthen regulatory compliance functions […]
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The art of hiring interim in-house Lawyers in private equity

  • Posted November 12, 2025
Private equity firms operate in fast-paced, high-stakes environments where timing, precision, and adaptability are critical. Whether supporting portfolio companies through growth phases, preparing for IPOs, or navigating exits, legal expertise must be both strategic and scalable. Hiring interim in-house Lawyers, particularly General Counsel (GCs), offers a compelling solution by delivering technical acumen without the overhead […]
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GCs as NEDs: Transitioning to the boardroom

  • Posted November 4, 2025
For many General Counsel (GCs), the aspiration to move into the Non-Executive Director (NED) space represents the next natural stage of a senior career: an opportunity to apply years of judgement, strategic experience and business acumen in a new and influential context. Yet the transition is far from straightforward. The NED world is highly competitive, […]
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AI in private equity: Balancing risk, regulation, and opportunity

  • Posted November 4, 2025
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Healthcare M&A in the US: Strategic shifts and the rising demand for General Counsel talent

  • Posted October 31, 2025
The US healthcare industry is booming, driven by a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity. From hospital systems consolidating to private equity firms targeting specialty practices, the landscape is being reshaped by strategic M&A deals aimed at improving operational efficiency, expanding market share and adapting to evolving care models. This wave of dealmaking is […]
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Exit-ready legal teams: how interim GCs prepare portfolio companies for sale

  • Posted October 29, 2025
In private equity and venture capital, hiring the right legal team is critical, especially as exits approach and timing, preparation, and legal strategy converge to shape the outcome. As portfolio companies gear up for sale, legal readiness becomes a critical success factor. While financial metrics and operational efficiency often take centre stage, legal preparedness can […]
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The business case for wellbeing in the legal profession

  • Posted October 27, 2025
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What is the difference between a General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer?

  • Posted October 20, 2025
Contents Understanding the difference between a General Counsel and a Chief Legal Officer The main difference between a General Counsel (GC) and a Chief Legal Officer (CLO) lies in scope. A GC typically manages the company’s day-to-day legal matters, compliance, and risk, while a CLO takes on a broader strategic role in the c-suite, overseeing […]

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