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No matter what stage of your General Counsel journey, Taylor Root is committed to supporting your career aspirations and your team’s success. We are here to help you every step of the way.

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The importance of diversity and inclusion in legal teams

Posted July 17, 2024

The importance of diversity and inclusion within legal teams cannot be overstated in today’s rapidly changing legal landscape. Building a diverse legal team not only aligns with principles of equality and fairness but also profoundly impacts an organisation’s success. Diversity and inclusion are often grouped together because they are interconnected, and it is only in […]

Market Insight

Q2: What are the in-house legal recruitment market trends?

Posted July 9, 2024

What is happening in the in-house legal recruitment market across the UK? The interim legal recruitment market Despite a slower start in Q1, Q2 saw rapid growth of the interim market. With many General Counsel experiencing restrictions in growth of their permanent headcount, the interim and consulting market has seen a further rise in popularity […]

Career Advice

What does it mean to be a woman and work in tech?

Posted June 18, 2024

What is it like to work in tech? But more specifically what does it mean to be a woman and work in tech? Taylor Root Director, Asha Morzaria, recently discussed just this with Adam Baldwin and learnt more about his role as General Counsel at the not-for-profit organisation, Girls in Tech. Before we learn more […]

Career Advice

Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: An interview with Nicholas Eldred

Posted June 14, 2024

As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Sarah Ingwersen, recently spoke to Nicholas Eldred, Director at NE Consulting Services and Trustee of Friends of the Earth Charitable Trust. What does your charity do? Friends of the Earth campaigns to reduce the effects of climate change at local, national and international […]

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General Counsel succession planning – Rules for building lasting leadership

Posted May 14, 2024

Succession planning is no longer limited to just CEO positions; it has become essential for key management positions across various functions within organisations. This broader approach to succession planning acknowledges the critical role that key management positions play in driving organisational performance and mitigates the risks associated with vacancies in these roles. Given the increased […]

Hiring advice

How to engage interim legal resource: Day rate vs fixed term contract

Posted May 2, 2024

What is the difference between day rate contractors and salaried fixed term contract (FTC) employees? What type of contract to choose has been an age long debate in the interim market and it can be confusing to know which route is best for your legal function. Taylor Root has been working closely with businesses for […]

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Are you a new General Counsel? Top goals to accomplish in your first year.

Posted April 3, 2024

The first months in any new role are a critical period for setting the stage for success and making a positive impact on an organisation. For a new General Counsel who reports to the CEO and the board of directors, this effect is amplified because of the high profile of the position. There are several […]

Hiring advice

Q1: What are the in-house legal recruitment market trends?

Posted March 25, 2024

What is happening in the legal recruitment market across corporate and commercial and banking and financial services sectors? Corporate and commercial While economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions continue to impact businesses the outlook for the UK Legal In-House Market in 2024 is more positive for commerce and industry than the news would suggest.We have seen […]

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How to describe your company culture in a way that attracts top talent

Posted February 19, 2024

When you’re seeking to hire new employees for your company, you’ll need more than money to attract top talent. Some of the most highly qualified candidates for a role aren’t just looking for the best compensation plan. But how do you attract those candidates who will be a great cultural fit for your organisation? It […]

We are delighted to present our Global in-house legal market report and salary guide.

Our 2023 edition provides in-depth salary data and insights across the various territories that Taylor Root operates in from our 16 global offices. Our report also addresses a number of factors affecting the market including macro-economic issues, the growing focus on ESG and regulatory compliance, the increasing importance of DEI in the legal profession, and the adoption of generative AI.

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