Locum and Contractor Team
A deep understanding of your business
Our experienced team provide temporary solutions to sometimes challenging recruitment assignments, often with very short notice. Handling a variety of issues with a high success rate, the team services a wide range of clients and provides support to both law firms and In-house departments of all sizes.
Here's what our Head of Locum, Stacey Jolliffe, had to say:
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Locum candidates have become indispensable to Douglas Scott's operations catering to a multitude of industries across the UK. Our specialized locum team has evolved to deliver a comprehensive range of vital services tailored to meet the diverse demands of our clientele. We offer seamless assistance for all temporary staffing requirements, ensuring smooth transitions and optimal placements. Facilitating the journey for individuals to find their ideal locum roles and forging perfect matches between candidates and organizations is what makes our team tick."
Clients:
At Douglas Scott, we understand the critical importance of adding top-tier talent to your Business Support functions. Our dedicated team is committed to helping law firms like yours thrive by connecting you with exceptional candidates who can elevate your operations. Whether you're seeking professional support staff or aspiring legal professionals ready to embark on their journey, we're here to assist you every step of the way. Our friendly team members - Rio, Georgia, and Denver - are here to ensure a personalised and seamless recruitment experience for you. With our collective expertise and dedication, we strive to match your firm with the perfect candidates who not only meet but exceed your expectations. Let us partner with you to find the talent that will drive your firm's success and growth.
Candidates:
Our consultants are legal recruitment experts and have a wealth of sector specific knowledge. We've found that a dedicated and specialist team is imperative given the wide variety of roles within the faculty of Business Support, allowing for greater representation and a focused approach. The team cover a range of business services on a national scale from administration and secretarial level to practice manager and business development positions and are on hand to guide you through career moves or to help advise you in the early stages of your legal career. Whether you're making a career move or just starting out in the legal field, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Kathryn Riley, CEO of Douglas Scott, founded the company 20 years ago with a mission to redefine legal recruitment. A seasoned professional with over two decades of experience, Kath has been instrumental in establishing Douglas Scott as one of the UK’s most respected legal recruitment specialists. Her vision has always been to deliver exceptional service, recognise and reward talent, and encourage a culture rooted in respect and integrity. As CEO, Kath combines her passion for innovation and technology with her commitment to supporting skills development across the legal sector. A highly regarded thought leader, she regularly speaks on HR and recruitment topics, continually driving the evolution of the industry while maintaining the values that have defined Douglas Scott since its inception.
Stacey Jolliffe, Head of Locum at Douglas Scott with over a year at the company, believes in focusing on progress over perfection - constantly improving and tackling challenges without waiting for everything to be "just right." She measures success by the quality of placements, client and candidate satisfaction, quick turnarounds, repeat business, and growth. For those entering legal recruitment, she advises understanding the industry, specialising in a niche, networking, mastering communication and sales, staying organized, building long-term trust, and staying resilient.
Aimee Rwathore has been the Customer Relationship Manager at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment. Joining the team over 17 years ago, she excels at building strong connections with both clients and candidates to ensure mutual success. Passionate about helping legal professionals make life-changing career moves, Aimee finds great satisfaction in encouraging long-term partnerships. In her downtime, she loves unwinding with a gripping murder mystery and a glass of red wine.
