Executive Search in the Legal & Law Sector

Given the complexity of business decisions facing corporate senior management today, the recruitment of high calibre solicitors and specialist legal professionals in the law sector is critical for any organisation.

Our legal executive search and law sector recruitment practice focuses on strategic recruitment for a wide range of private practice legal companies and financial institutions, recruiting Senior Associates and Partners.

Our executive search consultants in the legal and law sector bring a sophisticated understanding of the legal community and the corporate world as well as extensive senior-level executive search experience to each assignment.

Clients turn to us for our legal sector recruitment knowledge and expertise, unequivocal advice and proven results.

Our Legal Executive Search Firm and Recruitment Expertise

We have legal market place executive recruitment expertise in the following legal areas:

  • Corporate and Commercial
  • Personal Injury
  • Family
  • Commercial and Residential Property
  • Private Client
  • Intellectual Property
  • Labour & Employment
  • Litigation and Dispute Resolution
  • Restructuring
  • Securities and M&A
  • Commercial Services

Please view the case studies to see examples of our legal & law executive search service and executive recruitment for the legal sector. Working closely with our clients, we have a wealth of knowledge, experience and executive search and executive recruitment skills in the legal sector.

To discuss your requirements for legal executive recruitment, please further contact:

George Woodward: email

Matthew Searle: email

Ben Gulland: email

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Testimonials

Novo’s Legal Team were retained to recruit a Partner. Through a targeted and comprehensive headhunting assignment process Novo were successful in appointing an excellent Partner for the practice.

Bray & Bray Solicitors

 

We were delighted with Novo’s work and efforts. Theye significantly contributed to achieving our goal. We therefore would have no hesitation in recommending Novo to any other organisation looking for help or advice in executive recruitment.

Chiorino UK Ltd

 

As a result of Novo’s commitment and hard work we have acquired five very good businesses; a great team effort. We plan to embark on a third round of acquisitions next year and will have no hesitation in choosing Novo as a partner.

Clearsprings Support Services Ltd

In a challenging and competitive market, I have been impressed by the level of service and communication provided by the team at Novo. I would have no hesitation in recommending using the services again as we continue to grow and expand.

WSP Buildings

Partner
Salary: excellent package

Our client is a top 75 law firm who are seeking an exceptional and ambitious Partner to help grow either their Family or Private Client teams. Known for delivering expert advice on complex, high-value matters, they pride themselves on supporting individuals and families through life’s most important decisions.…

  • Board Director/Partner
  • Legal Sector
  • Cardiff or Cheltenham
Job Ref No: Partner IH 12/25
Date Added: 17-12-2025
Technology (Commercial) Partner
Salary: Excellent package

This is a visible and influential appointment. You will champion the technology practice across the Southwest, becoming a trusted adviser to clients dealing with high stakes technology deals, digital change programmes and emerging tech challenges.…

  • Board Director/Partner
  • Legal Sector
  • Bristol
Job Ref No: TCP MS 12/25
Date Added: 11-12-2025
Employment Partner
Salary: Excellent package

Novo is pleased to be working with Womble Bond Dickinson to appoint a highly competent and ambitious person to help grow its Employment team in Bristol. Womble Bond Dickinson boasts an excellent national Employment team which spans from Plymouth to Newcastle which features highly in the legal directories.…

  • Board Director/Partner
  • Legal Sector
  • Bristol
Job Ref No: EP MS 12/25
Date Added: 11-12-2025
Corporate Partner
Salary: Excellent package

Our client, Womble Bond Dickinson is looking to appoint a highly talented Corporate Lawyer to join their Bristol office as a Partner. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the growth of highly ranked team within a Top 20 firm, located in one of the UK's most dynamic and rapidly developing business hubs.…

  • Board Director/Partner
  • Legal Sector
  • Bristol
Job Ref No: CP MS 12/25
Date Added: 11-12-2025
Employee Relations Specialist
Salary: excellent package

We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join our team. This role requires a strong understanding of UK employment law and the ability to manage complex workforce matters with discretion and professionalism.…

  • Legal/Company Secretarial
  • Legal Sector
  • Based in Feltham and offers hybrid working for flexibility
Job Ref No: ERS
Date Added: 27-11-2025

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