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Ablethorpe’ consultants have worked extensively across a wide range of federal, state and local government authorities, as well as statutory bodies, government corporations and non-profit organisations. When transitioning from private practice to public sector legal roles our consultants can help draft a public sector CV and prepare responses for key selection criteria. We give you interview coaching, help…

Our consultants have strong relationships with Managing Partners and Partnership Groups at a range of boutique, mid-tier and top-tier firms. So whether you are an equity or salaried partner, or a senior lawyer looking to step up, we can introduce you to confidential partnership opportunities and provide you with up-to-date specialist market intelligence. We can…

Are you an overseas lawyer contemplating a move to Australia? Our team is well connected across the Australian legal market and experienced in helping international lawyers find their footing here.  While visa changes have tightened the market in recent years, there is consistent demand for high-calibre international lawyers with major firm experience — particularly from…

We have unrivalled access to HR Departments, Partnership Groups and Managing Partners in leading boutique, mid-tier, top-tier and international firms. That’ why from 1 PQE to partner level we can help you find the best private practice opportunities across both Australia and the world. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. View our Privacy Policy

Our Salary Guide covers the full range of legal roles in Australia, from graduates through to Senior Associates, Special Counsel, In-House Counsel and General Counsel. It is put together by our consultants with direct input from clients and candidates across the market — not a generic industry survey.  If you want to talk through the…

Preparation separates good candidates from great ones. This guide draws on decades of experience placing lawyers across private practice, in-house and government — and it covers everything from what to wear to how to structure your answers to behavioural interview questions. Use it before every significant interview, at any level. Preparation Interview preparation is essential…

We help Australian lawyers move into roles overseas and international lawyers relocate to Australia. Our consultants have worked on placements from single roles in Austria to large consulting projects in Ireland, the UK and the Middle East. If you’re thinking about an international move — or a return home — we’re well placed to guide…

Ablethorpe Recruitment specialises in the recruitment of In-House Legal Counsel or General Counsel across a wide range of industries, from ASX listed, privately owned and international corporations to organisations looking to appoint their first In-House Legal or General counsel. We focus on working with lawyers with two years experience and up, assisting them to secure…

At Ablethorpe Recruitment we specialise in careers, not just single placements. So whether you’re looking for an in-house counsel role, a partnership or even a contract or commercial management role we can help you get to where you want to be. When you contact us, our first step is always the same: we take the…

Candidates with legal qualifications and experience can bring employers top shelf influencing and negotiation skills as well as core contract law knowledge. Our consultants have extensive experience in providing pathways for lawyers into Contract Manager, Analyst and Commercial Director roles outside of strict legal practice. Roles such as those sourcing and acquiring technology or managing…