We connect in-house teams with the best legal talent
Williams Legal Recruitment Limited is New Zealand’s only recruitment agency dedicated exclusively to in-house legal roles.
Founded in 2003 by former lawyer, Jennifer Williams, our specialised knowledge of New Zealand’s in-house legal market is comprehensive and unrivalled. We are privileged to work alongside many of the country’s leading in-house teams and lawyers, maintaining long-term relationships that reflect our commitment to professional integrity and confidentiality.
We understand that the recommendations we make and the services we provide can have a significant impact on the success of our clients and the careers of our candidates. We take these responsibilities seriously – and personally.
With over two decades of specialised expertise, we understand New Zealand’s in-house legal market inside out and connect high performing legal teams with the best talent in the market. It’s what we’ve always done, and it’s what we do best.
In-house roles
We have extensive experience recruiting in-house legal professionals at all levels, across a wide range of industry sectors. Our placements span strategic, leadership, and operational roles, including:
• General Counsel
• Head of Legal
• Chief Legal Advisor
• Chief Legal Officer
• Associate General Counsel
• Legal Manager
• Company Secretary
• Senior Legal Counsel
• Senior Legal Advisor
• Legal Counsel
• Legal Advisor
• Corporate Counsel
• Compliance Manager
• Compliance Officer