Australia search

We have operated in the Asia-Pacific region since 2013. Our team comprises offices in Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore. Ben Myers and Kristina Steele lead MRA Search Australia, Stephen Adams leads Hong Kong, and Matt Hall-Turner leads Singapore, collectively operating a cohesive practice across the region.

Our Australia team focuses on placing lawyers of all levels, from newly qualified and junior associates through to equity partners, in top local, international, US, UK and boutique law firms across Australia and New Zealand.

Who we are

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Ben Myers

Head of Australia / Asia-Pacific

Australia

What we do

MRA Search Australia specialises in the placement of private practice lawyers across Australia and New Zealand.

We work with the leading local, international, UK, and US law firms, placing lawyers at every level, from junior associate through to equity partner. Our mandates span the full range of practice areas, with particular depth in disputes, corporate, finance, projects and specialist areas such as competition and restructuring.

Beyond ANZ, we have an established track record supporting lawyers with international moves to the world's major legal hubs, Dubai, Hong Kong, London, New York and Singapore, and have the relationships to access opportunities which may not reach the open market.

We work with a select number of candidates and clients at any one time, which means the lawyers and firms we represent get our full attention.

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We undertake both contingent and retained assignments and quickly give clients an honest guide as to what may be best suited to the specific search they are looking to undertake. We operate successfully using either model; we make sure our clients are updated at every stage of the process.

For our clients, we commit to being strategic partners who will share your vision. We will work in tandem with you and support you in achieving your long-term commercial objectives by providing both the most insightful and dependable market advice possible and offering a superlative fee-earner recruitment service.

For our candidates, we see ourselves as more than just a recruitment portal for hearing about jobs.

We offer a consultation service that spans the lifetime of your career. We focus intently on understanding your circumstances, your aspirations, and your motivations to refine the guidance we offer. This helps you secure not just a job, but the best possible career move for you as an individual, from every angle it might be examined.

Matt is a highly experienced recruiter working across private practice roles for market-leading onshore and offshore law firms. Matt has a deep knowledge of the legal industry that ensures candidates are well matched to potential roles. Currently based in Singapore, Matt is closely attuned to current trends in the Asian legal markets. Matt is diligent to work with and very communicative when dealing with both candidates and firms. His focused, professional approach and clear guidance marks him out as a real asset when considering moving to a new role and navigating this process. He is also highly personable and a genuine pleasure to work with.

Simone Burnett Lanauze

Senior Associate, Regulatory & Risk Advisory, Walkers

I had a very positive experience working with Justin during the process of joining Goodwin in 2025. From the outset, he was thorough and helpful, making sure I had as much information as possible about the role, the firm, the team, and the interview process. As someone entering a new firm at a junior level, that level of detail gave me confidence and helped me prepare effectively for each stage.

Beyond the logistics, Justin’s professionalism and genuine support stood out. His approach combined clear communication, efficiency, and ongoing support, which made the experience far more straightforward and reassuring.

I valued having someone so committed and professional guiding me through the process, and it made a real difference in how I experienced both the interviews and the onboarding.

Vivian

Associate, Goodwin

Insights from Australia

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We have a dedicated team ready to work with you to find the best solution for your recruitment needs.

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