Private Practice - North West & Yorkshire

Recruiting across the North West and Yorkshire for major law firms, covering five core verticals.

The Private Practice legal sector in the North West and Yorkshire is a vital and rapidly evolving market, home to a diverse range of law firms, from regional specialists to national and international practices. As demand for high-caliber legal talent continues to grow, our dedicated team is committed to connecting top legal professionals with the best opportunities, offering deep market insight and a consultative, tailored approach.

At the heart of our expertise lies a profound understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the North West and Yorkshire Private Practice sector. Our team is dedicated to providing strategic career guidance, leveraging our extensive network and industry knowledge to ensure both candidates and clients receive the highest level of service. Whether you are seeking your next career-defining move or looking to attract the best legal talent, we are here to support you with a discreet, informed, and proactive approach.

Understanding our business isn't rocket science. We simply remove the pain points that hirers and candidates experience on their journeys. We manage over 35,000 applications from candidates each year, and 1 in 4 CVs we send results in an interview request. As a business, we are members of APSCO, and we are currently rated platinum by Investors in People. You are in the best hands with us.

Ryan McNamara

Head of North West & Yorkshire
0161 233 6360

ryan.mcnamara@douglas-scott.co.uk

Ryan McNamara, Head of North West and Yorkshire at Douglas Scott for over 6 years, specialises in Private Practice recruitment across the region. Since joining in 2018, Ryan has recruited for roles ranging from Legal Assistant to Partner, working with regional practices, boutique firms, and large national and international firms. He supports well-established departments and firms looking to expand into new areas of law.

Amy Turner

Business Unit Director
07537156 445

amy.turner@douglas-scott.co.uk

Amy Turner, now the Business Unit Director at Douglas Scott, oversees all levels of permanent legal recruitment across Yorkshire. Amy has rejoined the company after a number of years away, having previously been with Douglas Scott for 10 years. With 20 years of recruitment experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Outside of work, Amy enjoys spending time with her daughter and managing a busy life.

Callum Richmond

Associate Recruitment Consultant
0203 854 9980

callum.richmond@douglas-scott.co.uk

Callum Richmond is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, where he has been part of the team for nearly a year. Originally from Livingston, Scotland, Callum moved to Manchester in 2022 after completing his Bachelor's degree in International Business with Marketing at Heriot Watt University. Before joining Douglas Scott, he gained valuable experience working as an Account Manager in the tech industry for a year. Specialising in the North West market, with a particular focus on Scotland and Newcastle, Callum works closely with private practice firms to accelerate careers and help firms meet their recruitment goals. Outside of work, he enjoys running, travelling, and exploring good food.

Ashley Willicott

Associate Recruitment Consultant
07537156394
07537156394

ashley.willicott@douglas-scott.co.uk

Ashley Willicott is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having joined the company under a year ago. Originally from Devon, Ashley moved to Manchester in 2020 after completing his LLB and LLM in Law. Prior to joining Douglas Scott, he spent two years recruiting for Public Sector IT. Now, Ashley focuses on the North West market, helping connect legal professionals with career opportunities. In his spare time, he enjoys playing and watching rugby and attending gigs.