Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Recruitment Partner in London
Established in 1999, Stanford Resourcing has emerged as a leading force in legal and compliance recruitment. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to fostering long-term relationships between clients and candidates. With a global network spanning major financial centres, we specialise in placing legal professionals across diverse practice areas, from banking and finance to intellectual property. Our approach prioritises cultural alignment and succession planning, ensuring matches that extend beyond technical skills.As pioneers in diversity, equity, and inclusion, we curate candidate lists that reflect a broad spectrum of backgrounds while maintaining a focus on excellence. Our consultants, many with decades of experience in executive search or legal practice, provide tailored solutions that address both immediate hiring needs and strategic growth objectives. This combination of market knowledge, ethical standards, and personalised service has cemented our reputation as trusted partners in the legal recruitment sector.
Services
Legal Recruitment
Executive Search
Diversity Recruitment
Partner Placements
In-house Counsel Recruitment
Global Talent Sourcing
Compliance Recruitment
Career Transition Support
DE&I Consulting
Senior-Level Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience placing legal professionals in senior roles globally.
- Our global network provides access to hard-to-reach legal talent.
- We integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into every recruitment process.
- Our consultants combine legal industry expertise with executive search specialisation.
- We focus on long-term career development for candidates and succession planning for clients.
Services
Legal Recruitment
We specialise in placing legal professionals across practice areas including banking, corporate, and dispute resolution. Our consultants leverage global networks to connect law firms and in-house teams with qualified candidates. With a focus on cultural fit and long-term success, we ensure placements align with organisational values and career aspirations.
Executive Search
Our executive search service targets senior legal roles including partner and general counsel positions. We utilise industry expertise and targeted outreach to identify high-profile candidates. The process includes in-depth market analysis and strategic candidate engagement to secure leadership talent that drives organisational growth.
Diversity Recruitment
We integrate DE&I principles into every recruitment cycle, curating diverse candidate pools that reflect varied backgrounds and perspectives. Our approach ensures clients access underrepresented talent while maintaining rigorous standards of excellence. This service supports organisations in building innovative, representative legal teams aligned with modern workplace values.
Career Transition Support
We provide tailored guidance for legal professionals navigating career changes. Services include market insights, interview preparation, and strategic positioning. Our consultants offer discreet advice for associates, partners, and in-house counsel seeking roles that match their expertise and long-term professional objectives.
Global Talent Sourcing
With a presence in major financial centres, we source legal talent across jurisdictions. Our cross-border capabilities include understanding regional practice nuances and regulatory environments. This service enables clients to build multinational teams while ensuring compliance with local recruitment standards and cultural compatibility.
People
Mark Gibbard-Jones
Founder and Senior Partner
With over 25 years in executive search, Mark specialises in senior legal placements globally. His expertise spans team buildouts and leadership recruitment across all legal sectors, combining strategic vision with industry insights.
Farzana Aslam
Senior Partner and DE&I Lead
A qualified barrister with experience in chambers and academia, Farzana leads DE&I initiatives. She focuses on senior legal placements and provides coaching on inclusive leadership and anti-racism frameworks.
Andrew Petersen
Senior Consultant
Andrew brings 25+ years as a practicing lawyer and partner in US firms. His expertise in transatlantic legal markets informs strategic placements for senior legal professionals seeking cross-border opportunities.
Dan Conway
Senior Consultant
Specialising in funds and finance sectors, Dan advises partners and general counsels. His deep understanding of asset management and debt finance supports candidates and clients in achieving strategic objectives.
Buchi Osuji
Senior Consultant
Buchi focuses on banking and finance recruitment with a decade of executive search experience. Her track record includes successful placements in private practice and in-house roles across all career levels.
Questions
What legal practice areas do you specialise in?
We cover banking & finance, corporate, dispute resolution, energy, intellectual property, TMT, and compliance sectors globally.
Do you offer international recruitment services?
Yes, our London-based team operates globally, placing legal professionals in major financial centres worldwide through our extensive network.
How does DE&I factor into your recruitment process?
We prioritise diverse candidate lists and inclusive practices, ensuring representation while maintaining rigorous standards of professional excellence.
Can you assist with senior leadership placements?
We specialise in partner, general counsel, and executive-level legal appointments, leveraging targeted outreach and market analysis.
What support do you offer legal candidates?
We provide career guidance, market insights, and discreet placement services tailored to individual aspirations and professional requirements.
