Locum

Working on a locum basis is becoming an increasingly popular option for lawyers today. It offers flexibility, choice and variety that is hard to find in most permanent positions, whilst still allowing you to enjoy a high quality of work. Locums are highly valued by employers as they offer expertise and skills within their chosen area of law whilst providing a quick solution to recruitment problems.

We regularly advise and act for established and experienced locums who may not want to return to permanent work, as well as those who are looking to switch to locum work for the first time, either on a long term basis or for an interim period to accommodate changes in life outside work.

We can advise on:

The benefits of being a locum, which include:

• Flexibility and the ability to gain a better work life balance
• Greater exposure to different types of firms, companies, sectors and clients
• The opportunity to manage your own time and caseload without becoming involved in the politics of the environment you're working in
• The chance to try other sectors within the legal profession

Salary:

• Locum salaries often vary considerably from the permanent market and we offer tailored advice on how to maximise your earning potential
• Locums can be paid on an hourly, daily or fixed term basis
• Our specialist knowledge allows us to advise on current market trends, geographical variances and sector specific salary brackets

How to stay in work:

• Ensure you build an open and professional, long term relationship with your consultant
• Build excellent relationships with firms that you work for as they often request your services when they require locum support again
• Keep your consultant up to date on your availability, change of contact details etc

Location / Relocation

• We recruit for Private Practices, Industry and Public Sector clients across the country
• If location is important to you we will concentrate on securing your assignment as close to home as possible
• For those who will consider working away from home we will assist you with temporary accommodation and / or travel arrangements

Work life balance:

• Fee earners often choose to work as a locum to ensure they achieve a real work life balance, either on a long or short term basis
• Many of our locums are currently enjoying such benefits and we can advise on how to achieve flexible working arrangements and part-time hours as a professional locum