In-House Search

In-House Legal Recruitment at Montalt Partners

Our in-house legal recruitment team has partnered with many of the most recognised global businesses across a variety of sectors, including professional services, financial services, insurance, life sciences, TMT, sport, retail, FMCG, energy, manufacturing, not-for-profit, real estate, and construction. We recruit all levels from paralegals to General Counsels on both a permanent and interim basis. We are valued for our deep specialist knowledge, transparency and market insight.

International Reach and Specialist Knowledge

Our expertise extends globally, with sector-specific consultants who excel in their fields. We consistently deliver successful searches for clients even in regions where we do not have physical offices. We provide comprehensive solutions for organisations aiming to build or expand their legal teams, linking them with top local professionals in the industry.

The majority of the talent we place are familiar to us through long-standing relationships, mutual networks, or proactive headhunting efforts.

  • Market Expertise: Our consultants are sector specialists with deep industry knowledge.
  • Proven Success: A track record of success in all industry sectors.
  • Collaboration: We work closely with our Law Firm team to access a broad range of talent.
  • Innovative Assessment: Utilisation of advanced recruitment tools and assessment techniques.
  • Salary Benchmarking: Providing up-to-date salary data to inform competitive offers.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: Committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in all our searches.

Active jobs

Structured Finance Associate

Chicago
Illinois
$235,000-$365,000
Our client is an Am Law 100 Firm who is investing heavily in growing their Structured Finance Practice. The practice is highly entrepreneurial, with lots of room for growth and lean class year sizes.

Finance Associate

New York
New York
225,000 - 260,000
Our client, an Am Law 50 Firm, is experiencing significant organic growth within its Finance Practice, creating exceptional career advancement opportunities. The practice leader is committed to long-term growth; each hire is made with a view to partnership.

Derivatives Associate

New York
New York
$235,000 - $390,000
Our client is a Am Law 100 Firm ranked top 10 for Derivatives and Structured Products.

Structured Finance Associate

New York
New York
$260,000 - $420,000
Our client is an Am Law 100 Firm with a collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit. The firm is focused on US growth, providing a great opportunity for progression.

Real Estate Finance Associate

Dallas
Texas
$200,000 - $400,000
Our client is a growing Am Law 200 Firm who are highly respected for their Real Estate Practice. The practice works on a wide range of matters with commercial banks, insurers, master servicers, special servicers and Commercial Mortgage-backed Securities lenders, with lending and loan servicing.

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