Legal Recruitment

Reliable Legal Recruitment

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From as regional as Cardiff to as broad as across the UK, Rhino Recruitment is your partner for legal recruitment. Whether you are a qualified legal professional seeking your next role or an organisation looking for exceptional talent, Rhino Recruitment is here to support you at every step.

Our team places staff across Cardiff and South Wales, as well as nationally and internationally. You get clear communication, fast shortlisting, and full compliance before work starts.

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Legal recruitment across the UK

Rhino is a legal recruitment agency based in Cardiff, trusted for fast response, measured delivery and straight talk. Our legal recruitment services cover solicitors, paralegals, legal executives, and compliance professionals, with all vetting handled by our in-house compliance team.

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We only supply people who arrive ready to hit the ground running. For extra peace of mind, our team stays close after the placement.

Your route into legal recruitment

For candidates

From Paralegal positions to Senior Solicitor roles, we'll help you secure a position that fits your skills and ambitions, with recruiters who understand the legal sector inside and out.

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For employers

Whether you're recruiting for a law firm or an in-house team, we connect you with vetted professionals ready to deliver. Our recruiters match you with expert legal talent quickly..

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Legal professionals we place

We recruit for temporary, permanent and contract legal roles across Cardiff and South Wales, as well as UK-wide legal projects. We specialise in providing trusted legal professionals to give your team extra capacity when it's needed most.

Roles We Recruit For ＋
  • Paralegals
  • Solicitors
  • Legal Executives
  • Associates / Senior Associates
  • Legal Assistants
  • And More...
Practice Areas ＋
  • Corporate Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Property & Conveyancing
  • Family Law
  • Employment Law
  • Commercial Law
  • And More...
Specialist Appointments ＋
  • In-House Counsel / General Counsel
  • Compliance Officers
  • Contract Managers
  • Heads of Department
  • And More...

Legal sectors we support

Our legal recruitment services cover a broad range of practice areas. Whether you're hiring locally in Cardiff, scaling teams in London, or looking for niche expertise nationally, Rhino connects you with the right professionals.

Corporate Law

M&A, corporate finance, company law specialists, and business advisory.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Civil, commercial, and criminal litigation professionals ready for hearings and trials.

Property & Conveyancing

Residential and commercial conveyancers, property solicitors, and real estate lawyers.

Family Law

Divorce, childcare, financial remedy, and family mediation expertise.

Employment Law

Advisers on workplace disputes, HR policy, tribunals, and contracts.

Compliance & Regulatory

Risk, governance, and compliance officers across regulated industries.

How our legal recruitment process works

 
1

Tell us your requirements

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Shortlisting the right people

3

Interview stage

4

Onboarding and aftercare

This process ensures law firms and candidates benefit from a smooth recruitment journey, with clear steps from first conversation through to placement.

What employers and candidates say about Rhino Recruitment

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Rhino Recruitment made my job search in the legal sector far less stressful. They understood the type of role I wanted and introduced me to firms that were the right fit.

-- David P.

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Finding the right people for our legal team isn't easy, but Rhino quickly introduced us to candidates who were a strong fit. The process felt straightforward from start to finish.

-- Rebecca J.

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Rhino kept things simple and professional. They stayed in touch throughout and the solicitor we hired through them has settled in really well.

-- Thomas W.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you cover South Wales and beyond?

Yes. We support clients and candidates across South Wales and also handle roles further afield. Whether you are looking for opportunities locally or want to expand your search wider, we can help.

Are you a specialist legal recruitment firm?

Yes, legal is one of the key sectors we specialise in. Our team works closely with firms and professionals in the industry to match people to the right roles.

What are legal jobs?

Legal jobs cover a wide range of roles in the sector. This can include solicitors, paralegals, legal secretaries, and support staff who all play a part in the day-to-day running of law firms and legal departments.

Where to post legal jobs?

You can post your legal vacancies directly through our site: Post a Job with Rhino Recruitment

Where are you located?

We are based on East Tyndall Street in Cardiff.

How to work in a law firm?

The best way is through us. We work with firms across the country and can connect you with openings that fit your skills and goals. Register with us, and we will guide you through the process of securing a role in a law firm.

What types of legal roles do you recruit for?

We cover a full range of positions within the legal sector. This includes solicitors, paralegals, legal assistants, compliance staff, and support roles in both private practice and in-house teams.

Is there demand for legal professionals in South Wales?

Yes. The region has a strong legal market, with steady demand for skilled professionals at all levels. From high street firms to larger practices, there are regular openings across South Wales.

How can Rhino Recruitment help me start a career in law?

Check our live job openings on the Rhino Recruitment website and major job boards, or speak with our team for roles across Cardiff, South Wales and the wider UK.

Connecting Legal Talent with Law Firms

From Cardiff to London and across the UK, Rhino Recruitment is your partner for legal recruitment. Whether you're building your legal team or looking for your next step in the profession, we're here to connect you with the right opportunities.

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