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.

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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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Albert Toms

Associate Director | In-house Legal

UK
+44 20 7332 2151
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Aleea Cherry

Director | In-house Legal

UK
+44 207 415 2828
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Ann Marie Martakis

Director | In-house Legal, Compliance and Company Secretarial

Australia
+61 3 8610 8403
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Candice Larcombe

Associate Director | Internal Audit and Risk

UK
+44 20 7332 2185
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Davina Fisher

Director | In-house Legal

London, UK
+44 20 7332 2166
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Emma Coulter

Director | In-house Legal

London, UK
+44 20 7332 2157
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Hamish Richmond

Director | Head of Ireland

Ireland
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Jon Coles

Director | In-house Legal

US
+1 646 933 1249
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Joyce Toeset

Executive Director | Europe

Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland
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Kirsty Jones

Director | In-house Legal

London, UK
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Lisa Cavanaugh

Associate Director | Compliance

US
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Maame Eshun

Associate Director | In-house Legal

UK
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Oliver Mould

Head of TR Plus

London, UK
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Olivia Courtney

Associate Director | In-house Legal and Company Secretarial

Australia
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Penny Parker-Cook

Director | In-house Legal

London, UK
+44 207 332 2135
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Priya Shah

Director | In-house Legal

UAE
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Samantha Fong

Partner | Head of Hong Kong and North Asia

China, Hong Kong
+852 3596 2867
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Shane Morton

Partner | Head of Middle East, Africa and Türkiye

UAE
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Sinead Flanagan

Director | In-house Legal

London, UK
+44 20 7332 2154
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Sunny Yung

Associate Director | In-house Legal

Hong Kong
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Tatum Colclough

Associate Director | In-house Legal

London, UK
+44 20 7332 2191
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Tom Woods

Associate Director | Privacy, Risk and Compliance

Germany, Ireland, UK
+44 207 332 2167
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Tricia Goh

Associate Director | In-house Legal and Governance

Singapore
+65 6420 0530
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Victoria King

Director | In-house Legal

UAE
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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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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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  • Posted August 4, 2025
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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 […]

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  • Posted June 12, 2025
We are delighted to be participating in the NextGen GC Summit, taking place in Sydney on 18th and 19th June 2025. Now in its third year, the NextGen GC Summit—hosted by Law Ninjas—has firmly established itself as a premier gathering for in-house legal professionals, both regionally and globally. This two-day summit will unite General Counsel […]
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Q1 2025 market moves: UK senior legal leaders in financial services

  • Posted June 4, 2025
The start of 2025 has brought with it signs of renewed activity in the UK legal recruitment market—particularly for senior legal hires in financial services. Following a year of economic uncertainty and cautious hiring, the sector is showing encouraging signs of recovery. Here, we summarise data from our inaugural quarterly report on ‘market moves: UK […]
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The regulatory burden: navigating compliance challenges in the insurance sector

  • Posted May 22, 2025
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Navigating a growing regulatory landscape: A guide for German GCs

  • Posted April 17, 2025
In the aftermath of COVID-19, the regulatory environment in Germany and across Europe has evolved rapidly, presenting significant challenges for in-house General Counsel and their legal teams. Regulatory focus has intensified in supply chain transparency, ESG compliance and digital governance, while major EU regulations – including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence […]
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Eight essential compensation strategies for in-house legal hiring managers

  • Posted April 15, 2025
In today’s competitive legal market, rising law firm salaries pose a significant challenge for in-house legal teams. If you’re hiring in-house legal talent and finding yourself competing on salaries, here are some practical tips to help you attract and retain top talent. Make a strong business case for budget increases Securing additional budget approval is […]
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Your first legal hire in private equity: Scaling the right way

  • Posted April 14, 2025
The topic of culture has never been more critical in hiring discussions, particularly when recruiting in-house legal teams in private equity firms and portfolio companies, who are increasingly recognising that businesses thrive through the right hires.  Nowhere is this more important than in legal, where your first hire sets the foundation for how risk is managed, deals are […]

From crisis management to prevention – The role of Governance, Risk and Compliance professionals

  • Posted April 8, 2025
The role of Governance, Risk and Compliance professionals has changed drastically, especially in the Middle East. GRC used to be about reacting to problems, handling crises, responding to new regulations, and making sure compliance issues were addressed after the fact. But today, the focus is on prevention! What I have observed is that as the […]

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