We’re a global search consultancy, specialising in risk, compliance and legal recruitment.

Forming lasting partnerships with our clients and candidates, we are constantly evolving and continue to shape the world’s risk, compliance and legal markets. 

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Our services

We tailor our services to suit your needs and goals. We offer contingent and retained search, permanent, temporary and interim recruitment as well as consultancy solutions.

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Meet our team

Our legal, risk and compliance teams are experienced specialists who have extensive knowledge of their markets.

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Resources

Our resources, including industry news, career advice, salary guides, hiring trends and more, offer insights for our clients and for legal, risk and compliance professionals.

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Our sectors

We recruit legal, risk and compliance specialists for law firms, corporate and commercial businesses, and banking and financial services companies.

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Job search

Ready to find your next legal, risk or compliance role? We offer opportunities at all levels for a wide range of companies internationally.

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Our events

Our in-person and virtual sessions cover a range of thought leadership topics as well as events which offer the legal, risk and compliance community an opportunity to come together.

Our specialisms

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With a global, market leading team of experienced consultants we are known as a leader and recruitment partner of choice within the in-house legal market. 

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Law firms

Recruiting at all levels from newly qualified to partners, we are the global go-to specialist in law firm search and recruitment.  

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Risk

We recruit across all risk disciplines, supporting a wide range of businesses internationally. 

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Compliance

With a proven track record and an exceptional network of professionals and businesses, we are a trusted compliance recruiter. 

Taylor Root in the Netherlands

A trusted name in legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment, we are a trusted advisor to companies, firms and professionals globally. From Amsterdam, we connect the best talent with leading businesses and law firms across the Netherlands and beyond. 


Legal

  • General Counsel 
  • Head of Legal 
  • Partner
  • Legal Director
  • Legal Counsel 
  • Senior Legal Counsel 
  • Associate
  • Professional Support Lawyer
  • Document Review Paralegal
  • Patent Attorney
  • Contract Manager 

Compliance

  • Chief Compliance Officer
  • Head of Risk and Compliance
  • Compliance Manager
  • Compliance Director 
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Company Secretary

Risk

  • Chief Risk Officer
  • Risk Director 
  • Head of Operational Risk
  • Risk Quant Manager
  • Risk Business Partner

We are delighted to share with you our 2024-2025 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.

Meet our local leadership team

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  • In-house

UK in-house legal recruitment market update Q2

  • Posted April 10, 2025
Corporate and commercial We anticipated a cautious approach to legal hiring early in 2025; however, we are delighted to report a more positive start to the year. In the first quarter of 2025, we have observed nearly a 20% increase in vacancies, compared to the same period in 2024. This uplift is evident across both […]
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  • Private Equity

Effective legal hiring in PE: The role of strong portfolio relationships

  • Posted April 9, 2025
In the competitive world of private equity (PE), hiring the right legal talent is crucial for navigating complex transactions, regulatory changes and investor expectations. The relationship between PE firms and their portfolio companies (portcos) plays a pivotal role in this context, directly impacting the success of legal hiring and overall strategic alignment. The importance of […]
  • In-house

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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  • Trustee network

Leading with purpose: Seven strategies for sports charity Trustees

  • Posted April 3, 2025
Taking on a Trustee role in a sports charity can be both rewarding and challenging. The position requires a blend of passion, strategic thinking, and a strong commitment to governance. To gain insights into the role, we spoke to Amy Schnee, Trustee at the Netball Development Trust (NDT) and Head of Legal at Informa Festivals. […]
  • Career Advice

The benefits of building your legal career in a boutique law firm in the US

  • Posted March 26, 2025
Working in a boutique law firm in the United States offers a unique and rewarding experience for legal professionals who want to build strong relationships. These smaller, specialized firms provide a range of benefits that can enhance both personal and professional growth. In this article, we’ll explore the advantages of working in a smaller law […]
  • Career Advice

How to become a personal injury lawyer in the United States

  • Posted March 26, 2025
Becoming a personal injury lawyer in the United States can be a rewarding and fulfilling career choice for those interested in the legal field and passionate about helping individuals who have been injured due to negligence or misconduct. It is much more than helping people who’ve experienced car accidents and “ambulance chasing”. This article will […]