In-house legal jobs


We work on a broad range of in-house legal roles for companies across a variety of sectors. From non-qualified legal roles including paralegals through to qualified lawyers, legal directors and general counsel, we have limitless opportunities, all around the world. 

Latest jobs

  • Management consulting

Associate Director – Commercial

Leading professional services organisation seeks Associate Director to join their highly skilled in-house legal team in London. An opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team, in a varied role supporting all levels of the organisation across service lines and the full range of internal business functions. It will be to engage on both the […]
  • Salary Excellent benefits package
  • Posted Posted 4 days ago

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  • Real estate (in-house)

Commercial Manager | Real Estate Advisory

Our client is Australia’s leading independent real estate advisor, with a specialist focus on cross-border investments. They represent international clients to make direct and indirect investments across all real estate sectors, and along the full spectrum of the risk curve. They support their clients to successfully invest in the Australian real estate market by originating […]
  • Salary generous bonus package
  • Posted Posted 5 days ago

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  • Media/entertainment
  • Sports

Legal Counsel

My client are a media/sports organisation. They are looking to appoint a highly motivated legal counsel to join their legal team. The role will involve working closely with the commercial team on various deal negotiations and ongoing contract and relationship management. This role will suit a candidate with ideally NQ-2 years’ post qualification experience. You […]
  • Posted Posted 6 days ago

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  • Financial services (in-house)

Manager, Internal Audit

A leading global investment firm is seeking an experienced audit professional to join its compliance department. This role will support the design and execution of a global internal audit program, ensuring robust risk management and regulatory compliance across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of the firm’s internal audit framework Prepare and […]
  • Salary Up to $155000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 6 days ago

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  • Charity/non-profit/third sector

Commercial Counsel

Job Title: Commercial Contracts Counsel (Remote) Location: Fully Remote (U.S. Based) Compensation: $150,000 – $170,000 annually Experience Level: 3-5 Years About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate with 3-5 years of experience in commercial contracts to join our client’s growing legal team. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide […]
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  • Media/entertainment
  • Sports

Employment Legal Counsel

I am collaborating with a globally recognized brand and an exceptional Legal team who are looking for a Legal Counsel to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded employment lawyer with international exposure and cross border experience looking to advance their career in the entertainment/sports sector. Benefits of this role […]
  • Posted Posted 6 days ago

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  • Technology (in-house)

Senior Counsel (Employment) – Contractor

This is a great opportunity to join a SaaS business as a contractor (day rate). There is great flexibility as the role can be based remotely and competitive day rate on offer. Overview: We are seeking a pragmatic and commercially-minded senior Employment Counsel to join our in-house legal team at a fast-paced SaaS business. This […]
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

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  • Energy

Senior Legal Counsel

Our client is a leading international energy company, with a strong presence in trading, logistics and commercial operations. The organization operates in a fast-paced, regulated environment and places high value on commercially focussed legal expertise to support its strategic and operational goals. About the role: The Senior Legal Counsel – Trading is a senior member […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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  • Technology (in-house)

Fractional Sole Counsel – Part-time – 3-6 months

The Company Join a fast-paced, PE-backed SaaS company as Interim Sole Counsel (Part-time, Remote). They’re a UK market leader with growing US operations. The Role Starting mid-November, this 3-day-a-week interim role (3-6 months) involves advising senior leadership on legal risk, governance, and strategy. You’ll also act as DPO, manage external counsel, and oversee the legal […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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  • FMCG
  • Technology (in-house)

Corporate Counsel

SOLE LEGAL COUNSEL – SCALE UP – E/COMMERCE/TECH/CONSUMER I am partnering exclusively with an incredibly exciting e-commerce company that has exploded internationally and is now focusing on its UK launch. An innovative and forward-thinking business their ethos is to make luxury items accessible to all in a truly ethical and sustainable way. The General Counsel […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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  • Pharmaceuticals/life sciences

Senior Legal Counsel- IP & Licensing

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel – IP and Licensing Department: Legal Reports To: General Counsel Direct Reports: None Location: Hybrid/Remote (Some travel to Leeds office) Company Overview This role sits within a specialist pharmaceutical organisation focused on developing and supplying patient-centric medicines, particularly for individuals who have difficulty swallowing solid medications or require precise dosing […]
  • Salary Up to £160000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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  • Banking (in-house)
  • Financial services (in-house)
  • FinTech
  • Information technology

FS Regulatory Counsel – Fintech

Global payments company is seeking a regulatory lawyer (3+ PQE) as part of their expansion plans. Our client is seeking a lawyer either from private practice or in-house to support them on a broad range of regulatory matters. Experience of working on payment regulations or e-money regulations is essential. This is a great opportunity to […]
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We are delighted to share with you our 2025-2026 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.

Latest resources

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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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UK in-house legal recruitment market update Q4

  • Posted October 13, 2025
Corporate and commercial As Q3 wraps up, the in-house legal market across commerce and industry remains steady, with signs of positive momentum heading into the final stretch of the year. While macroeconomic uncertainty continues to shape hiring decisions, legal teams are adapting—and in many cases, expanding—with strategic intent. Q3 saw a notable increase in employment […]
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The art of legal spend management: strategies for success

  • Posted September 30, 2025
Hiring legal teams in private equity is no longer just about filling a compliance gap – it’s about embedding commercial discipline and strategic value at every stage of the investment lifecycle. This was a central theme at a recent co-hosted event with Melius, where legal spend management was dissected not only as a cost centre […]
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How interim legal consultants support expansion into new markets

  • Posted September 29, 2025
Expanding into a new market is a major milestone for any business. Whether you’re entering a new region, launching a product line, or targeting a different customer base, the process brings both opportunity and complexity. It also places significant demands on legal teams, especially when internal resources are already stretched. This is where hiring in-house […]
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The art of legal leadership and influence for General Counsels

  • Posted September 18, 2025
General Counsels (GCs) today face a broader and more complex remit than ever before. With the rise of AI, ESG, evolving regulations and shifting boardroom expectations, the GC role has expanded from legal oversight to strategic leadership. From my experience recruiting GCs across sectors, the most effective ones are those who earn influence through trust, […]
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Transitioning from Law Firm Associate to In-house Counsel: A strategic career move

  • Posted September 9, 2025
For many lawyers, the shift from private practice to an in-house legal role marks a pivotal career evolution. After honing technical skills and building a strong foundation in a law firm, the move in-house offers a chance to become a true business partner. Drawing on insights from years of legal recruitment experience, here’s a practical […]
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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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What in-house legal teams get wrong about interim hiring – and how to get it right

  • Posted August 15, 2025
Despite the growing popularity of interim hiring for in-house legal teams, many still hesitate to explore interim options—often because of persistent myths or outdated assumptions. But with pressure mounting on in-house functions to stay agile, cover absences, and manage cost, overlooking interim legal talent could mean missing out on a strategic advantage. Here, we explore […]
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How to make your first data protection hire

  • Posted August 4, 2025
Making your first data protection hire is a major milestone, whether you’re responding to increasing GDPR scrutiny, dealing with a recent data breach or preparing for a new AI or data processing activity. Your business may be under pressure to demonstrate GDPR compliance or simply recognising that your business needs more structured support around personal […]
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How to build your data protection team

  • Posted August 4, 2025
Building an effective data protection function starts with the right people. As regulatory expectations rise and businesses face growing scrutiny around data use, many are reassessing how they structure their teams. Whether you’re hiring your second team member or scaling into a multi-role function, a clear approach to hiring data protection professionals is essential to […]

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 […]
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How a non-linear path can lead to a rewarding legal career

  • Posted June 23, 2025
In a profession that often encourages following a well-established path, one senior lawyer’s career trajectory demonstrates the value of trusting your instincts, embracing risk, and seeing each move as a stepping stone. For legal leaders contemplating a shift—whether in-house or back to private practice—his story is a timely reminder that careers don’t need to be […]