Legal Recruitment Experts
Shaping legal teams, supporting legal talent.
Welcome to William James Recruitment, your Leading Legal Recruitment Partner.
At William James Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being the premier recruitment partner for law firms across the UK and internationally. With our head office in Manchester and additional offices in Leeds, Birmingham, and London, we offer comprehensive nationwide coverage. Our expertise extends beyond the UK, as we also collaborate with leading US law firms.
Founded in 2009 by CEO Paul Wingfield, our firm is committed to delivering exceptional service and building long-term relationships. We recruit for boutique, regional, national, and international law firms, ensuring that we meet the diverse needs of our clients.
Our consultants operate in vertical markets, allowing them to deeply understand their specialist areas and provide tailored recruitment solutions. This expertise enables us to deliver top-tier talent across all levels of business and practice areas.
We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal profession. Our recruitment strategies are designed to ensure that we present a diverse pool of candidates, reflecting the varied backgrounds and perspectives that enrich the legal field. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment not only enhances workplace culture but also drives innovation and success.
Whether you are a boutique firm looking for niche expertise or a large international firm seeking comprehensive recruitment solutions, William James Recruitment is your trusted partner. Our dedication to excellence, our extensive network, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion make us the ideal choice for fulfilling your recruitment needs.
Our Services
If you're looking for all-encompassing recruitment services for your law firm, unparalleled legal expertise, and a qualified team at your disposal — think William James Recruitment.
Legal Jobs
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Careers
We pride ourselves on our collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment. We offer fantastic opportunities for personal growth and development and industry-leading recruitment training.
Why William James?
5,000+
Partnerships with UK & international law firms
With a vast network of over 5,000 partnerships with law firms in the UK and internationally, William James Recruitment is deeply rooted in the legal industry. Our extensive connections allow us to tap into diverse legal opportunities and exceptional talent, providing our clients with unparalleled recruitment solutions.
Tailored & Specialised Approach
At William James Recruitment, we believe in taking a customised and specialised approach to each client's recruitment needs. We understand that every law firm is unique, and we adapt our strategies to match each client's specific requirements. This tailored approach ensures we find the right fit for every legal position.
220,000+
Candidates in our database
We have built an extensive database of over 220,000 highly qualified candidates at William James Recruitment. Our comprehensive candidate database empowers us to match the right legal professionals quickly and efficiently with the right job opportunities, saving our clients valuable time and resources.
Long-Term Relationships and Commitment
Building long-term relationships is our values' core. We are not just a transactional recruitment agency; we aim to become a trusted and reliable partner for our clients' ongoing recruitment needs. Our dedication to fostering enduring relationships ensures that our clients and candidates receive personalised attention and exceptional service.
In-Depth Knowledge of the Legal Industry
Our team's in-depth knowledge of the legal industry sets us apart. We stay up to date with the latest legal trends, market insights, and industry developments. This understanding enables us to offer valuable guidance and deliver top-tier recruitment solutions.
60 years
Cumulative legal recruitment experience
Our team collectively boasts 60 years of cumulative legal recruitment experience, making us experts in understanding the unique challenges and requirements of the legal industry. This wealth of experience allows us to deliver tailored recruitment strategies and provide insightful guidance to our clients and candidates.
Global Reach
and Expertise
With our global reach, we can connect law firms and legal professionals across borders. Whether you seek local talent or aspire to expand internationally, William James Recruitment has the expertise and network to fulfil your recruitment goals.
Unwavering Commitment to Excellence
Excellence is the cornerstone of our recruitment services. We take pride in exceeding expectations and consistently delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the trust and respect of law firms and legal professionals.
Our Services
°360 Recruitment
Our unique offering is that we are a full-service partner to Law firms and businesses. We deliver talent at every level of your business and place candidates across all practice areas in Law, providing 360° client & candidate services.
Executive Search
Our network reach is both national and international. We take a tailored approach to sourcing the best legal talent. Leveraging the latest recruitment software, we tap into an extensive pool of qualified professionals.
M&A Consulting
Offering discrete legal advice on mergers & acquisitions, our extensive knowledge & network means that we can advise your company on sales and purchases and offer you informed guidance throughout the process.
Marketing
We have an in-house branding & marketing department comprising of content writing, graphic design, videography and photography support. This puts us in the best possible position to target the right audience and promote your job effectively.
Sponsorship
Our door is always open, we endeavour to support our local communities, sports clubs, and small businesses through sponsorship and hosting events.
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