Legal
What sets us apart
Genuine long-term partnerships
True expertise & experience
Quality processes
Experts in sourcing legal talent
Legal roles require judgement, trust and strong professional alignment. At Quinn Allan, we support people and organisations across Melbourne and Brisbane to find, attract and appoint legal professionals who bring capability, commercial awareness and long-term value.
Our approach is relationship-led, quality-focused and grounded in specialist legal market insight.
Supporting hiring managers
HR roles sit at the intersection of people, leadership and strategy. We take the time to understand each organisation’s culture, structure and priorities, and we engage with people in a considered, professional and transparent way.
Whether supporting established teams, growing organisations or change-led environments, our focus is always on delivering a thoughtful process and well-matched appointments.
Many people we’ve partnered with during their HR careers return to us when building or reshaping their own teams. That trust is central to how we work.
Supporting hiring managers
HR roles sit at the intersection of people, leadership and strategy. We take the time to understand each organisation’s culture, structure and priorities, and we engage with people in a considered, professional and transparent way.
Whether supporting established teams, growing organisations or change-led environments, our focus is always on delivering a thoughtful process and well-matched appointments.
Many people we’ve partnered with during their HR careers return to us when building or reshaping their own teams. That trust is central to how we work.
Legal recruitment
We recruit across private practice and in-house legal environments, with specialist capability in:
General Counsel and senior in-house leadership
Partners and practice leaders
Special Counsel and Senior Associates
Associates and early career lawyers
In-house counsel roles
Company secretarial appointments
Regulatory, risk and compliance roles
Mergers and acquisitions and corporate advisory
We partner with law firms and organisations across Melbourne and Brisbane where strong legal capability supports growth, governance and commercial outcomes.
Recruitment services to help you find the right legal talent
Legal leadership
Experienced leaders who align with your culture and values, driving performance and long-term success.
Contract & interim talent
Skilled legal specialists available to support projects, leave cover and peak workloads.
Permanent recruitment
Carefully managed processes to appoint experienced legal professionals.
Fixed-term appointments
Support for defined-term legal roles across transactions, transformation and regulatory change.
Beyond recruitment
Quinn Allan offers more than recruitment alone. Drawing on our experience and specialist expertise, we provide insight and support beyond individual appointments.
This work benefits both the organisations we support, through market insight and workforce planning, and the individuals who engage with us, through leadership and networking initiatives.
Leadership assessment
Salary guidance and surveys
Succession planning
Organisational structure
Market mapping and research
Networking and leadership events
Business leader coaching
Whitepapers and opinion pieces
Industry insights and thought leadership
Beyond recruitment
Quinn Allan offers more than recruitment alone. Drawing on our experience and specialist expertise, we provide insight and support beyond individual appointments.
This work benefits both the organisations we support, through market insight and workforce planning, and the individuals who engage with us, through leadership and networking initiatives.
Leadership assessment
Salary guidance and surveys
Succession planning
Organisational structure
Market mapping and research
Networking and leadership events
Business leader coaching
Whitepapers and opinion pieces
Industry insights and thought leadership
What people say about working with us
We’re proud of the long-standing relationships we’ve built across the legal community. The people we partner with value our discretion, market insight and commitment to a respectful, high-quality experience.
Oliver is a consummate professional. His relationship based approach, understanding of client needs – particularly the importance of values and culture – and thoroughness and effectiveness in best meeting these are standout qualities. I greatly value his honesty, integrity, professionalism and sound judgement. He has an assured style and is always a pleasure to deal with. Oliver is one of the best in senior legal and executive recruitment.
Chief Operating Officer
Leading National Law Firm
Oliver is one of the best. A relationship based recruiter with a good understanding of the industries he advises and the people he deals with. Client or candidate, with Oliver you are more than a business opportunity. Grounded, frank, amiable and committed. What more could you want?
Managing Partner
Melbourne Commercial Law Firm
I have retained Oliver in the past to recruit senior internal legal counsel and was extremely impressed with his drive and the broad range of his personal knowledge of the candidates in the market, far exceeding that which was evident from their CV / Resumes. I would unconditionally recommend Oliver as a strong partner to any large institution seeking bespoke recruitment advice or assistance.
Head of Legal Australia
Morgan Stanley
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Oliver for approximately 5 years. Oliver has successfully recruited every member of my legal team at eBay Australia and New Zealand. He always sources outstanding candidates and consistently manages the recruitment process in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Oliver has excellent knowledge of the local legal market, and I consider him to be a true leader in the field of legal recruitment. He makes it a priority to understand his clients' business imperatives before undertaking new assignments, and really appreciates the importance of culture and fit when sourcing candidates. I recommend Oliver without hesitation, and will happily engage him for my future recruiting needs.
General Counsel
eBay Australia
Oliver is a consummate professional. His relationship based approach, understanding of client needs – particularly the importance of values and culture – and thoroughness and effectiveness in best meeting these are standout qualities. I greatly value his honesty, integrity, professionalism and sound judgement. He has an assured style and is always a pleasure to deal with. Oliver is one of the best in senior legal and executive recruitment.
Chief Operating Officer
Leading National Law Firm
Oliver is one of the best. A relationship based recruiter with a good understanding of the industries he advises and the people he deals with. Client or candidate, with Oliver you are more than a business opportunity. Grounded, frank, amiable and committed. What more could you want?
Managing Partner
Melbourne Commercial Law Firm
Let's talk
Whether you're exploring your next legal role or strengthening capability within your team, we’d love to help.
LEGAL RECRUITMENT
Frequently asked questions
What legal roles do you recruit for?
We recruit across private practice and in-house roles including General Counsel, Partners, Special Counsel, Senior Associates, Associates, In-House Counsel, Company Secretaries and compliance specialists.
Do you support contract and interim legal roles?
Yes. We support fixed-term, contract and interim legal appointments, particularly for transactions, leave cover and regulatory or project-based needs.
How do you approach confidential legal searches?
Confidentiality is central to our process. We manage discreet outreach and only share information with people who are aligned and engaged.
How do you match legal professionals with the right roles?
We focus on experience, cultural fit, commercial alignment and long-term career goals before making introductions.
Do you recruit for both law firms and in-house teams?
Yes. We partner with law firms and in-house legal teams across Melbourne and Brisbane.
Can you support partner-level appointments?
Yes. We support partner and senior leadership appointments through thoughtful, research-led processes.
Do you provide market insights for legal hiring?
Yes. We provide up-to-date insights on salary trends, availability and market movement across Melbourne and Brisbane.
