Our In-house team supports businesses across the UK on the recruitment of legal talent, into their in-house departments. Regardless of the level of experience required, or the industry your business is in, we have a proven track record of finding the best lawyers for your respective teams.
By taking the time to get under a company’s skin we understand what makes it tick, helping us to match candidates based not only on skills and experience, but on cultural fit too. What’s more, our in depth understanding of organisations means we can stick around for the long term, offering specialist In-house services such as tailored advertising campaigns, internal newsletters and bespoke events.
"I love recruiting in the in-house space. I really enjoy getting to understand each and every business we work with and what makes their legal team successful. I also enjoy helping lawyers make that correct next move, whether it's a first foray in-house or a further in-house move, it feels great to help people achieve their ambitions."


The team recruits nationally and has successfully supported hiring processes for all types of businesses (start up, SME, leading UK plc and Globally recognised brands) across various sectors including Tech/IT, Industrial, Construction, E-commerce, Manufacturing, FMCG, Retail, Consumer, Pharmaceutical and Sports. Anything from Paralegals, through to General Counsel/Head of Legal level, we can help your team to identify the right talent.
For interested candidates, we can promise that we’ll have the best handle on in-house opportunities in your area, ensuring you’re able to make your next move with confidence.


Nick Barrass, Head of In-House at Douglas Scott for over 9 years, specialises in recruiting across the North of England, covering a wide range of sectors and candidate levels, from Paralegals to General Counsel. He works with both established Legal teams and companies looking to build new in-house legal functions. Before joining Douglas Scott, Nick spent 2 years at a Financial Services for a major Bank and 6 years in Real Estate Finance recruitment. He holds a degree in Sport and Exercise Science from Liverpool John Moores University. Nick's clients appreciate his dedication, with one remarking, "You and Lara have both been a pleasure to deal with."
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