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After a relatively slow 2016, things are starting to pick up in the international legal recruitment market. Below is a whistle stop tour of some of the world’s leading financial centres, which are often top of the list for relocating lawyers.

Emma Richardson is the Director of Worksphere; a comprehensive HR service providing a holistic solution for clients’ people needs.

Consultant Emma Noyer discusses what law firms are doing to attract millennial lawyers and what they are looking for from their careers

People make quick judgments about who you are within the first few moments of meeting you. They do the same thing with your CV.

When The Clash released this hit in 1982 we can safely assume that the trials and tribulations of City lawyers in London were as far from their minds as possible! Nonetheless the song and its lyrics provide a surprisingly accurate representation of the thought process that most people will go thr...

Being a recruiter often requires coaching skills as we help candidates make a major life decision – changing job. So how do you make the right decision? Do you listen to your head, your heart, your gut, your partner, friend, recruiter – or all of them and feel thoroughly confused?!

(A must-read for any lawyer with international aspirations)

When recruiting for US law firms in the London market, we regularly come across associates at all levels who have lots of questions and some misconceptions about the differences between working for UK and US law firms. In this article our consultant Elliot Jackson, who has worked as a lawyer in b...

In May 2018, the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force affecting all member states of the EU. In this article our consultant Kelly Loydon highlights what GDPR is all about and what it means for businesses across Europe.

Across the in-house legal recruitment market it is very common for businesses to put together a job description (“JD”). However, this is far less common when recruiting within private practice. But how important is this for lawyers and businesses? In this article our consultant Li Ji outlines why...

When submitting an application, it is important to ensure you have discussed your extracurricular involvement.

How can I conduct myself during an interview to ensure that I’ll be remembered – for the right reasons – as a unique candidate?

If you’re planning on becoming a lawyer it’s best that you get to grips with the relevant jargon. It will soon become second nature and none of it is particularly difficult, but it’s still worth swotting up ahead of an interview to avoid being stumped by any unforeseen acronyms.

A superstar application form is thoughtful, relevant, and genuine. Each section of the application form should showcase your unique strengths and personality

Employers often use psychometric testing to vet potential employees and help them understand a little more about your personality and ability to fit into the role they are offering – and this type of testing is becoming increasing popular.

Understandably, many people find discussing salaries uncomfortable and embarrassing during an interview. However, most interviewers expect some bartering and, if it motivates you to put more into the job, it is worthwhile for both the applicant and the employer.

Writing a good CV is tricky: the message must be right but so must its appearance.

A Curriculum Vitae is a self-marketing tool and getting an interview can depend on how good your CV is. You will need to consider what to include, how much detail is needed and how to make your CV stand out from all the others.