Professional services

We are a market-leading recruiter of legal, risk and compliance specialists in the professional services sector.

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Market-leading legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment for professional services 

We are a renowned and trusted recruiter of legal, risk and compliance specialists at every level for professional services firms of every size. 

Forming long-term partnerships with professionals and businesses, we are a market leader in the sector. Whether companies are looking to hire their first lawyer or expand their compliance team 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, risk and compliance specialist search and recruitment consultancy, dedicated to the legal, risk and compliance professions. 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


Roles we typically recruit for include:

Legal

Legal counsel
Senior legal counsel
General counsel

Risk

Risk manager
Risk analyst
Risk director 
Internal auditor

  

Compliance

Compliance manager
Compliance director
Company secretary

Latest resources

  • Career Advice

Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: An interview with Nick Flynn

  • Posted September 6, 2024
As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Director, Penny Parker recently spoke to Nick Flynn, Head of Legal at Avaaz about his experience as a Trustee for Trustee of Environmental Law Foundation. What does your charity do? I’m currently a Trustee of the Environmental Law Foundation (ELF) which I’ve served […]
  • General counsel

The strategic role of a fractional General Counsel

  • Posted September 4, 2024
What is a fractional General Counsel? Businesses today face increasingly complex legal challenges that demand specialised expertise. Hiring a fractional General Counsel (FGC) provides a strategic solution for companies needing high-level legal guidance without the commitment of a full-time employee. This flexible approach is especially valuable for startups, scale-ups, and organisations managing specific projects, handling […]
  • In-house

Taylor Root Asia 2024/25 In-house Salary Guide Launch

  • Posted September 2, 2024
Taylor Root Singapore hosted our 2024/25 In-house Salary Guide launch on 29 August 2024 at VUE, OUE Bayfront. The event showcased the launch of our 2024/25 In-house Salary Guide, which provides valuable insights into the latest trends in compensation, benefits and talent acquisition strategies for Legal, Risk and Compliance professionals across Singapore and Southeast Asia. […]
  • Career Advice

Secret to a successful General Counsel-CEO relationship

  • Posted August 22, 2024
A strong partnership between the General Counsel (GC) and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is fundamental to the success of any business. This relationship is built on a solid foundation of respect and alignment that begins during the initial recruitment and onboarding of the General Counsel. It continues to evolve through the delivery of a […]
  • Career Advice

Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: An interview with Marcus Lee

  • Posted August 20, 2024
As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Georgia Morgan- Wynne recently spoke to Marcus Lee, Legal Consultant for The Walt Disney Company about his experience as a Trustee for King’s College London Students’ Union (KCLSU). Can you talk us through your journey to being a Trustee and the role you […]
  • Career Advice

Taylor Root UK Trustee Network: An interview with Adam Baldwin

  • Posted August 14, 2024
As part of our interview series for our Trustee Network, Taylor Root Partner, Sarah Ingwersen recently spoke to Adam Baldwin, Head of Digital Advisory for BNP Paribas about his experience as a Trustee for NET Academies Trust What does your charity do? NET Academies Trust is a multi-academy trust, comprising 6 primary schools in Essex. It […]
  • Market Insight

ACC Australia and Taylor Root In-House Counsel Trends Report 2024

  • Posted August 6, 2024
The In-house Paradigm – doing more with less! Anticipating, analysing, and planning for challenges are key skills for in-house legal teams. This year’s report is more than just a document – it’s your gateway to the latest trends shaping the future of in-house legal teams.  Key Highlights Include: We hope the key trends identified in […]
  • General counsel

How to build a diverse in-house legal team

  • Posted August 1, 2024
There is a growing awareness of the value of recruiting diversity into organisations which is being driven by a combination of social, economic, and legal factors. This recognition is not just about fulfilling ethical responsibilities; it also ties directly to the business’s performance and reputation. It’s a case where doing good also means doing well. […]
  • Career Advice

Moving to the regions: Birmingham

  • Posted July 24, 2024
why WATCH our SESSIon: Whether you are considering a career move or just embarking on your legal journey, our session on how to succeed as a legal professional in Birmingham offers practical tips and guidance on the unique challenges and opportunities that come with working at a regional law firm. Our guest speakers Jenny Farrington, […]
  • General counsel

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

Interim legal recruitment: why businesses need interim hires

  • Posted July 9, 2024
Taylor Root’s interim experts, Penny Parker, Director and Clare McCallum, Senior Consultant, discuss the current interim market and give some great advice of why businesses can benefit from interim hires and how best to go about this. Penny and Clare are experts at connecting interim legal professionals with businesses across the UK. To speak to […]
  • 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 […]

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