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We’re a global search consultancy, specialising in risk, compliance and legal recruitment.

Forming lasting partnerships with our clients and candidates, we are constantly evolving and continue to shape the world’s risk, compliance and legal markets. 

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Our services

We tailor our services to suit your needs and goals. We offer contingent and retained search, permanent, temporary and interim recruitment as well as consultancy solutions.

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Meet our team

Our legal, risk and compliance teams are experienced specialists who have extensive knowledge of their markets.

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Resources

Our resources, including industry news, career advice, salary guides, hiring trends and more, offer insights for our clients and for legal, risk and compliance professionals.

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Our sectors

We recruit legal, risk and compliance specialists for law firms, corporate and commercial businesses, and banking and financial services companies.

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Job search

Ready to find your next legal, risk or compliance role? We offer opportunities at all levels for a wide range of companies internationally.

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Our events

Our in-person and virtual sessions cover a range of thought leadership topics as well as events which offer the legal, risk and compliance community an opportunity to come together.

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Our specialisms

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In-house legal

With a global, market leading team of experienced consultants we are known as a leader and recruitment partner of choice within the in-house legal market. 

In-house legal
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Law firms

Recruiting at all levels from newly qualified to partners, we are the global go-to specialist in law firm search and recruitment.  

Law firms
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Risk

We recruit across all risk disciplines, supporting a wide range of businesses internationally. 

Risk
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Compliance

With a proven track record and an exceptional network of professionals and businesses, we are a trusted compliance recruiter. 

Compliance

Taylor Root in the Netherlands

A trusted name in legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment, we are a trusted advisor to companies, firms and professionals globally. From Amsterdam, we connect the best talent with leading businesses and law firms across the Netherlands and beyond. 

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Looking to hire legal staff?

Roles we typically recruit for include:

Legal

  • General Counsel 
  • Head of Legal 
  • Partner
  • Legal Director
  • Legal Counsel 
  • Senior Legal Counsel 
  • Associate
  • Professional Support Lawyer
  • Document Review Paralegal
  • Patent Attorney
  • Contract Manager 

Compliance

  • Chief Compliance Officer
  • Head of Risk and Compliance
  • Compliance Manager
  • Compliance Director 
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Company Secretary

Risk

  • Chief Risk Officer
  • Risk Director 
  • Head of Operational Risk
  • Risk Quant Manager
  • Risk Business Partner
Roles we recruit
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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.

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Meet our local leadership team

Meet the team

Rachael Crocker

Managing Director | Head of Europe

Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands
+31 20 888 6271
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Tobias Herweijer

Senior Director | In-house Legal and Compliance

Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands
+31 62 166 3054
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Our latest resources

Risk, compliance and legal recruitment resources
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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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Unlocking neurodiverse potential in the legal profession 

  • Posted October 16, 2025
Inclusion is no longer a compliance checkbox – it’s a strategic lever of innovation and performance for hiring legal teams in private equity to attract diverse talent and foster a neuroinclusive culture. Among the most transformative aspects of this shift is the growing recognition of neurodiversity as a competitive advantage.   Our recent breakfast session, hosted […]
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Example interview questions for in-house legal interviews

  • Posted October 14, 2025
Whether you’re applying for a General Counsel role or a junior legal position, in-house interviews are designed to assess how your legal expertise supports the company’s broader strategy, risk posture, and operational goals. The questions below are commonly asked by employers to evaluate your ability to navigate legal complexity, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to long-term […]
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Example interview questions for risk and compliance interviews

  • Posted October 14, 2025
As a risk and compliance professional, it’s essential to understand the company’s regulatory and risk environment and ensure you’re positioned to contribute meaningfully to its ongoing efforts. During your interview, asking thoughtful, well-placed questions will help you gauge the company’s commitment to compliance, its approach to risk management, and the level of support available to […]
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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 the exit: sponsor insights for successful exits

  • Posted October 13, 2025
At a recent event, ‘The art of the exit’, General Counsel from across Taylor Root’s private equity and portfolio company GC community gathered to share practical, experience-led advice on delivering successful exits in today’s market. The discussion was facilitated by Chris Bulger (Vitruvian), Andrew Stevens (Inflexion), Jeremy Dennison (Travers Smith), James Maynard (Farfetch), and Nicola […]

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