Our wide-ranging UK and international network of elite firms means we have the relationships and influence to help you secure your next legal job. Our specialists have a wealth of knowledge across the sector to attract best in class talent and place professionals in exclusive private practice jobs.
Legal Private Practice
OUR LEGAL PRIVATE PRACTICE EXPERTISE
Our distinguished legal private practice team possess a wealth of experience in successfully facilitating placements of legal professionals, from newly qualified (NQ) positions to Partners and their teams, in reputable law firms on a global scale. By leveraging our comprehensive understanding of the legal sector and established network of lawyers we’re able to provide best-in-class services to law firms and adeptly manage the attraction of top talent.
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“Meena was exceptional throughout the entire process and made the move go very smoothly. She provided excellent advice and assistance throughout.”
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"I was exceptionally fortunate to have Jonathan as my recruiter in my recent experience relocating back to the Middle East. Jonathan was professional and most importantly very responsive. He kept me informed of developments regarding applications and interviews as soon as they occurred. This meant updating me via text, phone call or email nearly every day. Jonathan took the time to understand my career objectives, the type of firm I wanted to work for, the work I was keen to continue doing and the location I wanted to live in. By taking the time to understand my objectives Jonathan put me forward for positions that were most suitable. It was clear that Jonathan had existing relationships with Partners in high calibre firms and understood their needs as well. Jonathan therefore was uniquely aware of positions and opportunities. Jonathan was supportive and encouraging during the interview process and subsequent negotiations. I am now happy in my new position which I feel is a good fit for me both personally and professionally. I can highly recommend Jonathan to both clients and candidates as a leader in the region for recruitment."
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"Jonathan has assisted us with the selection of candidates for a number of our more challenging roles and I have always found him to be highly customer centric. He is very diligent in his approach and is able to provide us with high calibre candidates quickly which helps us minimise the downtime we experience as a result of any turnover or growth. I would have no hesitation in recommending Jonathan to others who require quality recruitment support."
Jonathan Turner, Executive Director Legal Private Practice
LATEST JOBS Legal Private Practice
What legal roles can you help us hire for?
Our offering splits across several sides of the legal market — Private Practice, and In-House, covering Legal Counsel, Claims, Risk & Compliance, and Transactional Risk & M&A Insurance.
Private Practice
We work across the UK, the Americas and the Middle East, from NQ through to Partner-level appointments and full team lifts. We're practice area agnostic and cover the full spectrum of services offered by firms, and we also support firms with operational hires such as Risk & Compliance, Business Development, Marketing, Professional Support & Knowledge Lawyer, and Finance hires.
In-House Legal
Our in-house offering has a specific focus on the Insurance, Financial Services and Private Equity markets, with genuine global reach — we've placed candidates in over 20 countries. We cover roles from General Counsel and Legal Counsel hires across all specialisms, through to Company Secretaries, backed by a team with a combined 40 years' experience working with corporates, banks, financial institutions and top FTSE global businesses.
Claims
Our roots, expertise and network across the insurance and private practice space mean we're exceptionally well placed to support insurers, brokers, MGAs and law firms with hiring for claims professionals at all levels — and to open up a broader talent pool. We're able to give lawyers looking to move into claims from private practice comprehensive counsel and advice, as well as supporting professionals already operating in the space with lateral moves.
Risk & Compliance
Our Risk & Compliance practice specialises in placing professionals into the insurance space globally, with a dedicated team operating from Compliance Analysts through to Chief Risk Officers, bringing over 20 years' experience working with leading brands, regulatory institutes and governing bodies. Our understanding of the Risk & Compliance space, combined with our insurance expertise, allows us to provide informed counsel and advice to insurance organisations hiring into their teams.
Transactional Risk & M&A Insurance
We're considered the leading recruiter in the space globally, having built out a large part of the market and placed over 650 professionals into the space over the last 15 years. We have a first-class reputation globally and have been responsible for some of the market's headline moves and build-outs — many of the professionals we've placed in the space are now leading voices for the class. If the role you need sits outside this list, just ask — our reach across the market runs wide and deep.
Why use a specialist legal recruiter instead of a generalist?
A specialist legal recruiter brings deep sector knowledge that a generalist simply can't match — particularly within a focused industry such as insurance, financial services or private equity. We understand the technical and commercial demands of both private practice and the firms that need specific sector or technical strength for their industry, so we screen for the right qualifications and experience from the start, not just keywords on a CV.
It's a market that's moving fast: our own research found 67% of legal professionals are considering a move this year, with 58% reporting dissatisfaction in their current role. Specialist insight is what turns that movement into the right move, for both sides.
Here's where that specialism pays off:
Market insight: we know current salary benchmarks, hiring trends, and who's moving where, across private practice and in-house — informed by our own annual Salary Guide and market sentiment research.
Access to passive candidates: our networks reach skilled lawyers who aren't actively job hunting but would consider the right move.
Faster, sharper shortlists: because we qualify candidates against your technical and cultural needs, you spend less time sifting and more time meeting people worth hiring.
The result is a smarter process, stronger matches, and hires who stay for the long term.
What support will I get when looking for a new legal role?
You'll receive hands-on support at every stage, from your first conversation through to settling into your new firm. We begin by understanding your career goals, technical strengths and what matters most to you, so we only put forward opportunities that genuinely fit.
Here's what you can expect from us:
Career guidance:we take time to understand where you want to go, whether that's a change of specialism, a step up to Partner, or a move in-house.
Relevant opportunities:we match you to roles that suit your PQE, ambitions and preferred working style, including flexible and hybrid arrangements.
Interview preparation:we brief you on the firm, the role and likely questions, so you walk in confident.
Salary guidance:we share current market rates and benefits data so you can negotiate from an informed position.
Ongoing communication:we keep you updated throughout the process and stay in touch after you start.
Whether you're actively job hunting or simply exploring your options, we're here to help you make the right move.
Is my job search kept confidential?
Yes. Discretion is central to how we work — we never share your CV, your name, or any details of your search with a firm or employer without your explicit permission first. Many of the professionals we support are already in a role, so every conversation is treated accordingly, whether it's an initial, exploratory chat or a live application.
ADVANCED CLIENT SERVICES
Meet the Legal Private Practice Experts
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Sunny Everton
Managing Director - Legal, Risk & Compliance
View profileMobile: (+44) 07814 443 000 | E-mail: sunny.everton@idexconsulting.comI am privileged to lead our Legal, Risk & Compliance practice globally and inspire a team that manages ...
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Meena Bahanda
Head of Legal - Scotland
View profileMobile: 07384 795 772 | E-mail: meena.bahanda@idexconsulting.comMeena has over 20 years’ experience recruiting in the legal sector and has recruited at all levels from Paralega...
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Jonathan Turner
Executive Director - Legal
View profileMobile: 07805 674 925 | E-mail: jonathan.turner@idexconsulting.comJonathan is a Senior Legal Expert who has had over fifteen years international legal recruitment experience wo...
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Chris Roberts
Business Director
View profileMobile: 07386 660 098 | E-mail: chris.roberts@idexconsulting.comChris has extensive legal recruitment experience with a particular focus on fee earning recruitment in the pri...