In-house legal recruitment

Our in-house legal search and recruitment team is widely regarded by companies and professionals as market-leading, with an unparalleled track record of matching the highest quality talent with businesses that suit their personality, skill set, and career aspirations.

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From tech start-ups, fintechs and scale-ups to FTSE and Fortune listed companies, we have partnered with some of the world’s leading companies over the past three decades as they have built and expanded their in-house legal functions. 

Forming long-term partnerships with professionals and businesses, we are regarded as the market leader in in-house legal recruitment. Whether companies are looking to hire their first lawyer or expand 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 specialist search and recruitment consultancy dedicated to the legal profession. 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

Case studies

Read about our latest partnerships with our global clients


Roles we typically recruit for include:

Global general counsel  
Regional general counsel  
General counsel
Legal director 
Head of legal   

Interim general counsel
Interim head of legal  
Senior legal counsel  
Legal counsel 
Interim legal counsel  

Sole legal counsel 
Corporate counsel  
Contract manager  
Paralegal 
Legal operations

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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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Why 2026 is a turning point for Europe’s in-house legal teams

  • Posted March 25, 2026
Legal departments across Europe are balancing complex geopolitical pressures, rapid digital transformation and rising expectations around ESG, data protection and sustainability. At the same time, organisations are reshaping their operating models, and legal leaders are redefining what effective legal work looks like in an AI-driven environment. According to LinkedIn, continental Europe has nearly 900,000 in-house […]
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Why demand for employment lawyers in the UK and Europe is surging in 2025-2026

  • Posted March 23, 2026
Over the past nine to twelve months, demand for employment lawyers has increased markedly across both private practice and in‑house teams in the UK and Europe. This is not a short‑term spike driven by cyclical hiring. It reflects a broader structural shift in how organisations manage people risk, compliance and workforce change, a trend increasingly […]

The role of venture capital in North America’s energy transition – and the impact on legal hiring

  • Posted March 20, 2026
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 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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Hiring employment counsel in 2026: What financial services leaders need

  • Posted March 1, 2026
Financial services organisations, both listed and privately owned, are navigating one of the most active and complex deal environments seen in many years. M&A activity has accelerated, operating models are being re‑engineered and expectations on legal, people and governance teams have grown significantly. Consolidation continues across banking, insurance, asset and wealth management, fintech and payments, […]
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Why private equity investment into professional services is reshaping in‑house legal growth in 2026

  • Posted February 24, 2026
Hiring across legal teams in professional services accelerated through 2025, and early signs suggest that momentum is continuing into 2026. A central driver is the rise of private equity (PE) investment into legal, consulting and accounting platforms, which is changing how organisations scale, modernise and manage risk. Rather than viewing legal and advisory as static […]
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What does a legal operations professional do?

  • Posted January 24, 2026
Legal operations has become one of the most important functions within modern in‑house legal teams. As organisations scale, digitise and face increasing regulatory and commercial pressure, the expectations placed on legal teams have expanded considerably. Legal operations professionals help bridge this gap by enabling legal functions to work smarter, move faster and deliver more consistent […]
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AI adoption in legal functions across Europe and the impact of the EU AI Act

  • Posted January 23, 2026
Across Europe, artificial intelligence is moving rapidly from a theoretical discussion to a practical reality for in-house legal teams. From generative AI and automation to AI-powered legal tech platforms, organisations are reassessing how AI fits into the modern legal function and what this means for legal work, governance and talent.  The use of AI across in-house legal teams is being […]
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The changing expectations of the US in-house legal market

  • Posted December 8, 2025
The US in-house legal market is evolving as both employers and candidates adjust to new expectations, shifting priorities and growing internal capability needs. Conversations with Jon Coles and John Spinosa highlight how legal departments are responding to these pressures, what legal professionals value today and why international companies operating in the US are rethinking how […]

How M&A deals and AI are influencing US in-house legal hiring

  • Posted December 8, 2025
Shifts in deal activity, developments in artificial intelligence and evolving compensation expectations are influencing how companies hire in the United States. Recent insights from Jon Coles and John Spinosa highlight how legal teams are preparing for 2026, what skills are becoming more sought after and how both employers and candidates can adapt to a fast-moving […]

Why work in the Netherlands as a legal professional?

  • Posted December 2, 2025
The Netherlands is one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for legal professionals looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a Solicitor, Legal Counsel or compliance specialist, relocating to the Netherlands offers access to a progressive legal system, international work and a lifestyle Dutch lawyers consistently praise. Why Dutch lawyers love working in the Netherlands Ask […]
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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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A guide to securing a Junior Legal Counsel position in the Netherlands: CV and interview insights

  • Posted September 30, 2025
If you’re aiming to secure a Junior Legal Counsel position with an in-house legal team in the Netherlands, your journey starts with a well-crafted CV and continues through a confident interview performance. Dutch employers value clarity, authenticity, and relevance at every stage of the application process. This guide will help you prepare a CV that […]
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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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What impact will AI have on the junior lawyer role? And what it means for your legal team structure

  • Posted September 26, 2025
Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept in the legal industry – it’s already reshaping how legal services are delivered, how legal work is structured and how legal teams are built. For in-house legal teams in the Netherlands, the rise of AI tools is having a profound impact on junior lawyer roles and the […]

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