We are a global legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment consultancy. 

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

Having operated since 1989, we work with many of the most prestigious law firms and businesses around the world. Through 13 international offices and clients and candidates in every corner of the world, we have unrivalled global reach. 

We also actively encourage our employees to work overseas, ensuring that our global reach offers huge opportunities for your career, too. 

We are part of The SR Group, a renowned group of specialist recruitment consultancies devoted to different markets – offering further ways to develop your career. 

In-House Legal Recruitment Consultant - Sydney

Taylor Root is the preeminent legal search and recruitment business in the Australia market. We are seeking to expand our in-house offering to our corporate and commercial clients across Australia with a hire of a specialist in-house legal recruitment consultant focusing the full remit of industry sectors across Australia.

Our clients range from major financial institutions, asset managers, private equity and ASX listed companies through to privately owned businesses.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced In-House Legal Recruitment Consultant to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and recruiting top legal talent for our clients who are looking to build their legal teams. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients to ensure their recruitment needs are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with hiring managers, partners and General Counsel to identify staffing needs and develop recruiting strategies
• Market map, identify and headhunt law firm associate and in-house legal counsel market in Brisbane and Queensland
• Source and recruit qualified candidates through a variety of channels, including job boards, social media, referrals, and networking
• Evaluate candidates' qualifications, experience, and fit for the position and company culture
• Guide candidates through the interview process, providing feedback and coaching as needed
• Manage the hiring process, including offer negotiation, background checks, and onboarding
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and candidates to ensure long-term success and referrals
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and market intelligence to provide valuable insights and advice to clients and candidates

• Bachelor's degree in a related field ideally an LLB
• Experience within the legal industry ideally as a qualified lawyer
• Alternatively, experience in legal or professional services recruiting, preferably with a focus on In-house
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Familiarity with legal industry terminology and trends would be advantageous
• Experience with AST or CRM and other recruiting tools
• A “go getter” – someone who is prepared to business develop and help develop the client base

Workplace Type: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 from home) Some inter-state travel will be required.

Location: level 14/55 Clarence St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

• Generous salary + commission 
• Agile working, flexible working day 
• 4 weeks paid annual leave + bank holidays + enhanced annual Leave depending on your seniority level
• Festive closure – Company gift extra holidays
• Internal Learning and development, helping support and train alongside the support of your manager/external leadership training 
• Clear path for progression 
• Sabbatical: 2 weeks extra paid leave at 5 years of service
• Superannuation
• CSR and Charity Volunteer opportunities
• Global relocation if you fancy it! Think New York, Asia, Dubai plus more.. 
• A good reputation and a large existing database of clients and candidates
• Fantastic team culture, very collaborative and team socials 

And many more!!

If you are looking for a supportive team, opportunities for growth and to thrive in a fast-paced and exciting environment, then please click on apply!