Business Details
38 Years
experience
Global Legal Recruitment Experts in London
Established in 1988, Laurence Simons has become a leader in executive legal and compliance recruitment, with over 35 years of experience placing senior professionals across 62 countries. Our team comprises former legal practitioners and specialists who understand the nuanced requirements of legal roles, ensuring precise matches between candidates and clients. With seven global offices in London, Amsterdam, Miami, Paris, and So Paulo, we combine local market expertise with a worldwide network to serve Fortune 100 and FTSE 100 clients. Our unique approach integrates psychometric testing through Lumina Learning to enhance candidate-client compatibility, delivering placements that enrich careers and strengthen organisations. We pride ourselves on transparency, reliability, and a client-centric ethos, evidenced by testimonials from global clients in healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sectors.Our track record includes 3,200+ senior placements since 1998, 50+ General Counsel appointments, and 400+ roles in Life Sciences. We prioritise long-term career development, with over 50% of placed candidates progressing to internal promotions. Our three-pronged team structureSearch Consultants, Talent Acquisition specialists, and Business Supportensures efficiency without compromising quality. We are proud members of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), upholding the highest industry standards. Whether supporting clients in building legal teams or guiding candidates toward fulfilling roles, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering.
Services
Legal Recruitment
Compliance Placements
Executive Search
Talent Acquisition
Psychometric Testing
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of experience in executive legal recruitment since 1988.
- Global network spanning 62 countries with seven international offices.
- Bespoke psychometric testing via Lumina Learning for precise candidate matching.
- Team of former legal professionals with firsthand industry expertise.
- Proven track record: 3,200+ senior placements and 50+ General Counsel appointments.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC)
What people say
Superior international candidates
Excellent market knowledge
Transparent and easy to work with
Proactive recruitment process
Accurate candidate profiling
Services
Legal Recruitment
We specialise in placing senior legal professionals globally, leveraging our network and industry expertise. Our consultants, many former lawyers, ensure precise matches for in-house and private practice roles. Clients benefit from streamlined processes and placements that enhance organisational success.
Compliance Placements
Our compliance recruitment service addresses complex regulatory needs, connecting clients with experts in governance and risk management. We prioritise candidates with proven track records in multinational environments, ensuring alignment with client values and legal standards.
Executive Search
We conduct targeted executive searches for General Counsel and compliance leaders, combining psychometric testing with deep market insights. Our approach ensures candidates meet strategic organisational goals while fostering long-term career satisfaction.
Talent Acquisition
Our talent acquisition team builds bespoke legal teams through a three-pronged model of consultants, specialists, and support staff. We focus on cultural fit and professional growth, reducing turnover and enhancing employer value propositions.
Psychometric Testing
We use Lumina Learning tools to evaluate candidates' strengths and workplace behaviour, enhancing client-candidate compatibility. This data-driven approach ensures placements that align with team dynamics and organisational objectives.
People
Clare Beresford
Chief Executive Officer
Clare Beresford leads Laurence Simons with over 20 years of legal recruitment expertise, driving global growth and client satisfaction through innovative strategies and market insights.
Benedito Villela
Senior Consultant
Benedito Villela specialises in Latin American legal markets, leveraging regional expertise to connect clients with top-tier compliance and legal professionals across diverse industries.
Paul Beresford
Head of Growth Marketing
Paul Beresford drives strategic growth initiatives, enhancing Laurence Simons' global presence through targeted marketing and client engagement strategies in legal recruitment.
Monica Machado
Head of LatAm Private Practice
Monica Machado leads private practice recruitment in Latin America, combining local market knowledge with international standards to deliver exceptional legal talent solutions.
Alison Baron
Senior Director
Alison Baron oversees executive search operations, ensuring high-quality placements through rigorous candidate evaluation and alignment with client strategic goals.
Questions
What areas do Laurence Simons operate in?
We operate globally with offices in London, Amsterdam, Miami, Paris, and São Paulo, serving clients in 62 countries.
What sectors does Laurence Simons specialise in?
We specialise in legal and compliance recruitment, with expertise in Life Sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and corporate law.
How does Laurence Simons ensure candidate quality?
We use Lumina Learning psychometric testing and leverage our team's legal expertise to assess candidates' strengths and cultural fit.
What is Laurence Simons' placement success rate?
We have placed 3,200+ senior professionals since 1998, including 50+ General Counsel and 400+ roles in Life Sciences.
Can Laurence Simons assist with temporary placements?
Our focus is on permanent executive placements, though we support long-term succession planning and career growth.
Reviews (1)
Kellie G.
Jan 28, 2014
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The recruiter did get me a telephone interview with the employer and her follow-up was that I was a strong candidate. Unfortunately, everything went downhill from there. After hearing several weird stories I was starting to suspect something fishy was going on and then I just stopped hearing from the recruiter. A couple of weeks later, I ran into someone from the company that was doing the hiring and long story short, much of what I had been told was patently untrue. Several days later, I saw the position advertised directly by the employer. My advice - take anything this company says with a HUGE grain of salt.
