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“an excellent knowledge of the market, is a good listener […] a great professional.”
Arbitration Partner
London
“James is a thoroughly professional and dedicated legal recruiter who thoroughly understands the offshore sector…I would recommend any lawyer looking to move internationally to speak with James.”
Barrister
British Virgin Islands
“Not only does he [James] have great knowledge of the off-shore market but is able to provide an insight into their way of thinking/ mind set. James is also very pleasant and approachable.”
Structured Finance Counsel
Cayman Islands
“A genuine, 360-degree, consultative service from a recruiter who really knows his market.”
Insurance Associate
Sydney
“handled with subtly and consideration from start to finish, resulting in receiving a great offer from a firm I had always regarded very highly. Thank you, James!”
Employment Partner
London
“Professional, personable and dedicated to his candidates, James is a legal recruiter of the highest calibre.”
Senior Banking Associate
Hong Kong
“I would strongly recommend Agnew O’Brien to any lawyer looking to make a move internationally.”
Junior Banking & Finance Associate
Singapore
“an extremely capable recruiter with a friendly bedside manner. Insightful and proactive, he quickly located me an opportunity that fit my experience”
Senior Disputes Counsel
British Virgin Islands
“James clearly demonstrated that he is willing to go the extra mile for his clients. I would certainly recommend James.”
Senior Regulatory Associate
Cayman Islands
“the best recruiter I have ever met [… James] provided important insights, and is personable, friendly and supportive”
Corporate Associate
Hong Kong
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With over 20 years of experience, we’re the trusted advisor for qualified lawyers seeking international opportunities
Expertise, insight, and understanding.
Our extensive experience derives from working across multiple jurisdictions alongside hundreds of diverse candidates and clients. Offering honest and transparent advice, we unerringly connect the right candidate with the right client.
Deep, dependable industry connections.
Recruiting within the legal sector for over 20 years, we have cultivated extremely advantageous industry connections and sector knowledge. As a consequence, the opportunities we offer are always of the highest quality, and often exclusive.
Committed and professional service.
We’re extremely selective about the lawyers we represent, and pride ourselves on developing trusted and committed relationships with those candidates, working closely with them to locate and secure the best available opportunity.
A professional and transparent service, tailored to your needs.
Agnew O’Brien specialises in recruiting high-end legal candidates across international jurisdictions. We provide unparalleled consultancy and connections in a niche market, paving the way for your next career move. If you need realistic, constructive and honest advice from experts in the legal recruitment field, contact us today.
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