Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Legal Recruitment Solutions
Established over 35 years ago, we are a global legal recruitment agency specialising in risk, compliance, and legal hiring. Our expertise spans in-house legal recruitment, law firm placements, and specialist risk and compliance roles across sectors including banking, technology, and professional services. With a market-leading team of consultants, we build lasting partnerships with clients and candidates, evolving with industry demands to shape the future of legal recruitment.Our proven results include delivering interim legal counsel solutions for multinational retailers, supporting global growth through strategic hires, and securing senior legal roles within weeks. As part of The SR Group, we combine local market knowledge with international reach to connect top-tier talent with organisations worldwide.
Services
In-house Legal Recruitment
Law Firm Recruitment
Risk Recruitment
Compliance Recruitment
TR Plus Services
Executive Search
Interim Placements
Salary Guides
Market Reports
Career Advice
Highlights and features
- We have 35+ years of experience in legal, risk, and compliance markets.
- Our global team of specialists recruits at all levels, from newly qualified to C-suite roles.
- We deliver proven results with case studies demonstrating successful rapid placements.
- We offer sector-specific expertise across banking, technology, energy, and professional services.
- As part of The SR Group, we combine local knowledge with international reach.
What people say
Trusted legal recruitment agency
Proven track record
Global network
Client-focused approach
Rapid placement success
Services
In-house Legal Recruitment
We specialise in placing legal professionals in in-house roles across industries. Our consultants understand the unique demands of corporate legal teams and match candidates with organisations requiring expertise in governance, compliance, and strategic legal operations. With a global network, we source talent from newly qualified to Chief Legal Officer levels.
Law Firm Recruitment
Our law firm recruitment service connects prestigious practices with qualified solicitors and partners. We recruit at all levels, from trainees to equity partners, supporting firms in expanding their capabilities in areas like property litigation, infrastructure finance, and employment law. Our market insights ensure precise candidate matching.
Risk Recruitment
We recruit specialists in risk disciplines including financial risk, operational risk, and regulatory compliance. Our candidates support multinational corporations and financial institutions in mitigating risks across complex regulatory landscapes. Our consultants maintain an extensive network of professionals with expertise in risk frameworks and mitigation strategies.
Compliance Recruitment
Our compliance recruitment service focuses on placing professionals in roles requiring adherence to legal and regulatory standards. We supply talent for financial services, data protection, and corporate governance roles. Our candidates possess expertise in anti-money laundering, GDPR, and sector-specific compliance frameworks.
TR Plus Services
TR Plus delivers flexible legal services including secondments, managed workflows, and legal tech advisory. We provide interim counsel for businesses undergoing transitions and offer technology-driven solutions to enhance legal operations. Our consultants combine legal expertise with innovation to address modern legal challenges.
People
Hayden Gordine
Managing Director | Head of Australia
Hayden leads our Australia operations with over 20 years of legal recruitment experience. He specialises in connecting top-tier legal talent with law firms and corporate clients across the Asia-Pacific region.
Samantha Fong
Partner | Head of Hong Kong and North Asia
Samantha oversees our Hong Kong and North Asia activities. With expertise in cross-border legal recruitment, she helps international firms establish and grow their presence in the region's dynamic legal market.
Nikki Newton
Managing Director | In-house Legal | Banking and Financial Services
Nikki specialises in placing legal professionals within banking and financial services sectors. Her deep industry knowledge ensures precise matching of candidates with clients' strategic requirements in regulated environments.
Shane Morton
Partner | Head of Middle East, Africa and Trkiye
Shane leads our recruitment efforts across the Middle East, Africa, and Trkiye. He focuses on connecting international law firms and corporates with legal professionals who understand regional legal frameworks and business practices.
Alex Wiseman
Partner | Head of Asia Pacific
Alex manages our Asia Pacific operations from Singapore. He specialises in placing legal professionals across technology, energy, and financial services sectors, leveraging his extensive regional network to deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
Questions
Why should I use a legal recruiter?
A legal recruiter provides access to hidden job markets, industry expertise, and confidential career support. We save time by connecting you with roles matching your specific skills and aspirations.
What industries do you recruit for?
We specialise in legal, risk, and compliance roles across banking, financial services, technology, energy, professional services, and corporate sectors globally.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our consultants conduct rigorous assessments of technical skills, cultural fit, and career motivations. We maintain long-term relationships with professionals, allowing precise matching based on proven track records.
Can you help with interim legal roles?
Yes, our TR Plus division specialises in interim and flexible legal staffing solutions, including sole counsel appointments and project-based legal support for businesses undergoing transitions.
What regions do you cover?
We operate globally with offices in the UK, US, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Europe. Our network enables seamless cross-border placements for multinational organisations and professionals.
How do you support career progression?
We offer CV optimisation, interview preparation, salary negotiation guidance, and market insights to help legal professionals achieve their career goals at every stage.
