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We are a market-leading recruiter of newly qualified lawyers, helping law firms and businesses in every sector of every size to find bright new talent. 

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Proven and trusted newly qualified legal recruitment  

We have been helping businesses and law firms to hire newly qualified lawyers all around the world for decades. 

In that time we have built an exceptional reputation in the legal profession, attracting newly qualified lawyers and helping them to take their first steps in the profession. We then partner with them throughout their careers all the way to partner, legal director and general counsel positions – guiding them through the biggest decisions in their career journeys.  

Working with international law firms, boutique and domestic practices, as well as leading brands in banking and financial services and corporate and commercial sectors, our global reach and international community of professionals has helped to position us at the top of the market. 

Our expertise in this area stems from the sheer volume of work we have delivered since 1989. We were the first consultancy in many of our markets, and our success rate and client portfolio speaks for itself. 

benefits

By choosing to work with us, you will benefit from: 

Genuine global reach

Through 13 global offices we 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 have successfully placed thousands of lawyers into law firms globally. 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  

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General Counsel roundtable – Charting the future of private banking

  • Posted May 10, 2023
Taylor Root recently hosted an engaging roundtable breakfast – Charting the future of private banking. A small and exclusive event, we held it at the luxurious floating pod in Fullerton Bay Hotel where we welcomed nine top Regional General Counsels from the private banking industry. The morning commenced with a brief networking session and introductions […]
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My #TaylorRootJourney – one year on!

  • Posted May 9, 2023
“It’s the remix to ignition, coronavirus edition. I miss all my friends, and can’t get out of the kitchen.” The above musical rendition is something I firmly believe a majority of the world’s population uttered at one point or another following the unprecedented global crisis known as the pandemic. Like so many others, I too was […]
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How to achieve work life balance in the age of hybrid working?

  • Posted May 3, 2023
The concept of working from the office five days a week, seems unimaginable to most newcomers into the workforce. But for those of us that remember, this was the daily reality of combining a hectic work schedule and a commute with a general social and family life. Within the legal industry, this rigidity often meant […]
  • Market update

What’s going on in the technology sector in Benelux?

  • Posted May 2, 2023
What’s going on in the technology sector in Benelux? How can lawyers stand out in the recruitment process? After an exciting and busy two years which saw an exponential increase in demand for lawyers by overly optimistic tech companies, some larger tech companies are now downsizing their legal teams, resulting in redundancies globally. Many technology […]
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Navigating the energy transition: developments in the voluntary carbon markets

  • Posted April 28, 2023
Taylor Root recently hosted an engaging roundtable breakfast– Navigating the energy transition: developments in the voluntary carbon markets. he session was led by guest speaker, Peter Zaman, Partner at HFW, followed by a highly informative discussion moderated by our panellists, Hai Tran and Bryan McCann from Climate Impact X (CIX). We welcomed 10 General Counsels […]
  • Career Advice

The STAR method: The secret to acing your next job interview

  • Posted April 27, 2023
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  • Finding Talent

Partner interview with Andrew Herring

  • Posted April 24, 2023
Pinsent Masons is one of the powerhouses of the Midlands, an international law firm with its roots in the regions. The firm has many long established and successful partners within its ranks who have spent their careers building the firm’s reputation and client base. James Brewster recently sat down with head of Pinsent Mason’s Birmingham […]
  • Career progression

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  • Posted April 17, 2023
Interviews are a necessary evil when it comes to any successful legal career. Regardless of whether you’re a recent law school graduate, paralegal, solicitor or senior legal professional, interviews are unavoidable in your pursuit of career progression. A career in law is challenging and rewarding but highly competitive – so the following hints and tips […]
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How to move your legal career around the globe – Information for Australian Lawyers

  • Posted April 12, 2023
We recently held our “How to move your legal career around the globe with Taylor Root – Information for Australian Lawyers” webinar, hosted by Hayden Gordine and Samantha Jones, from our Australian office. The session covered the UK and US legal market updates, current demand for Australian-qualified lawyers, visas and qualifications, overseas salaries, career development […]
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How General Counsel can earn a seat on the board

  • Posted April 6, 2023
As a General Counsel, you have a unique perspective on your company’s operations, risks and opportunities and you’re a key advisor to the executive team. Yet, many General Counsels are overlooked for positions in the boardroom and can’t leverage their seat on the table. Six top tips on how to earn a seat in the […]

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