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Six ways to navigate employment gaps

Posted January 9, 2025

Employment gaps can feel daunting, especially in the competitive world of in-house legal roles. Whether due to personal circumstances, economic shifts or company restructuring, these gaps are increasingly common and don’t have to hold you back. By addressing them head-on and using interim opportunities to your advantage, you can not only bridge the gap but […]

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Ultimate career guide for interim Lawyers

Posted January 6, 2025

Introduction The UK interim legal market has undergone remarkable growth and transformation in recent years. With an expanding talent pool and an increasingly high calibre of legal professionals, the opportunities available and the expectations of clients have also risen. Lawyers seeking interim legal roles or consultancy positions now need to be well-prepared to meet these […]

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Questions to expect from your interim job interview

Posted December 16, 2024

Job interviews for contract positions differ from permanent ones primarily in focus and objectives. Contract interviews centre on immediate needs and a candidate’s ability to deliver results quickly, often with minimal training or onboarding. Employers are likely to prioritise technical expertise, adaptability, and previous experience in similar roles. Questions often delve into how candidates manage […]

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Breaking the mould: Why senior lawyers are embracing more junior interim roles

Posted December 16, 2024

In the contracting world, it’s not uncommon to see senior professionals taking on more junior interim roles, something that can seem surprising at first. However, there are several reasons why senior contractors make this choice, and it stems from their pragmatic approach to work rather than being tied to titles or status. Here are just a […]

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How to stand out on LinkedIn as a legal contractor

Posted December 16, 2024

In today’s digital age, LinkedIn has become an essential tool for legal contractors to showcase their expertise, connect with recruiters, potential clients and employers – and build their professional brand. Standing out on LinkedIn requires a strategic approach to profile optimisation, content sharing and networking. If you’re looking for an interim legal role, here’s a […]

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Understanding payment models for UK contractors

Posted December 16, 2024

Contractors in the UK typically work under one of four arrangements: PAYE, via an umbrella company, through a limited company or on a fixed-term contract basis. Each option has its own structure and benefits. Here, we explore these in brief. 1. PAYE day rate When contracting on a PAYE (Pay-As-You-Earn) basis, you are employed by […]

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Hiring advice

The rise of the interim attorney: a new era in legal practice

Posted November 14, 2024

In recent years, the legal landscape has experienced significant shifts driven by economic changes, technological advancements, and evolving client needs. Among these transformations, the emergence of the interim attorney has gained traction, reflecting a growing trend towards flexibility and efficiency in legal services. This article explores the rise of the interim attorney, examining its benefits, […]

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Interim legal recruitment: why businesses need interim hires

Posted July 9, 2024

Taylor Root’s interim experts, Penny Parker, Director and Clare McCallum, Senior Consultant, discuss the current interim market and give some great advice of why businesses can benefit from interim hires and how best to go about this. Penny and Clare are experts at connecting interim legal professionals with businesses across the UK. To speak to […]

Career Advice

Take your legal career to London

Posted October 11, 2022

We recently held our ‘Take your legal career to London’ webinar, hosted by Priya Shah who was joined by Holly O’Connell, Legal Advisor at FirstGroup Plc and David Harrigan, Interim Deputy General Counsel. The session discussed the current in-house interim, legal job market and career development opportunities and explored the logistics around making an international […]

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Leadership workshop: mastering legal spend management to transform your legal department’s financial performance

Wed, 10 September 2025 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Legal departments face mounting pressure to deliver more with less. While external counsel rates continue to climb and regulatory demands increase, the best legal leaders are finding ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality or outcomes. Join us at Blackfriars, London, for a highly interactive and engaging workshop focusing on strategies for controlling legal spend […]

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