In-house legal recruitment across Australia
JLegal is a specialist in-house legal recruitment firm. For two decades, we have helped organisations recruit exceptional legal professionals, and helped Lawyers make successful moves into in-house roles, from Legal Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel through to Head of Legal and General Counsel.
Our consultants have built strong networks and long-standing relationships with in-house legal teams across Australia. These connections give our candidates access to opportunities that are often never advertised.
For Lawyers: moving in-house
In-house roles are highly sought after by Lawyers who want to work closer to the business. Moving in-house lets you have a direct impact on strategic and commercial decisions, build deep knowledge of one industry, and develop a broader career path.
In-house roles can also offer attractive bonus structures, competitive base salaries and greater flexibility, and more organisations are building out their in-house legal capability.
Whether you are a Lawyer or Senior Associate in private practice considering your first in-house role, or an experienced Legal Counsel ready for your next step, we will help you understand the market, prepare for interviews and negotiate the right package.
For employers: building your in-house legal team
We work with ASX-listed companies, multinationals, government and public sector organisations, and private businesses to recruit in-house Lawyers who understand both the law and the business.
We take a detailed brief on the role, your team and your culture, then search the market, including candidates who are not actively looking. You receive a considered shortlist of people who match your technical, commercial and cultural requirements.
In-house legal roles we recruit for
We recruit for in-house legal roles across all areas of law and all industries, with the exception of family law and criminal law. Roles include:
- General Counsel and Head of Legal
- Deputy General Counsel
- Senior Legal Counsel and Legal Counsel
- In-House Counsel for specialist practice areas
- Privacy Officers and privacy counsel
- Legal Contracts Managers
- Regulatory and compliance counsel
Industries we cover
Our clients span every sector, including:
- Banking, financial services and insurance
- Technology, media and telecommunications
- Health and life sciences
- Construction, infrastructure and major projects
- Energy, resources and renewables
- Property and real estate
- Government and the public sector
- Retail, consumer and professional services
How our in-house legal recruitment process works
- Confidential conversation: we learn about your experience, goals and preferred industries.
- Market insight: we share current salary, bonus and demand information for in-house roles.
- Introductions: we present you only to organisations and roles you have approved.
- Interview preparation: we help you show how your experience translates to an in-house setting.
- Offer and negotiation: we negotiate your package and support you through resignation.
- Ongoing support: we stay in touch well after you start.
Frequently asked questions
Can I move in-house straight from private practice?
Yes. Many in-house Lawyers move from private practice, often at Associate or Senior Associate level. We can advise you on timing and which roles suit your experience.
Do you only recruit in Sydney?
No. We recruit for in-house legal roles across Australia.
Is there a cost to candidates?
No. Our recruitment services are free for candidates.
Talk to an in-house legal recruiter
Ready to explore in-house opportunities or hire for your legal team? Register with JLegal, browse current law jobs or contact our team for a confidential conversation.