Testimonials

“Leighton Taylor are ‘bloody amazing’. I found the opportunities, support, guidance and advice from Giles and his team second to none. They really know their stuff, have amazing contacts and open doors – thank you very much indeed.”
Patrick Robinson, Business Development Manager – Digital Economy, Ashurst

“Leighton Taylor recently placed me at KPMG and although the process was long, Giles was a huge support throughout. He provided useful insights and advice regarding the role, interviewers and process. Giles checked in with me at every stage of the process which I valued very much as well as his thoughtful and caring approach.”                                                                          Al Keve, Clients and Markets Sector Programme Director – KPMG

“The whole team at Leighton Taylor have been incredibly supportive during my job search, helping me to obtain a role at a time when employment rates are rising across the country. Their communication, professionalism and knowledge of the BD roles in professional services firms is second to none. They are fantastic and I couldn’t recommend them highly enough!”
Kirsty Wells, Business Development & Marketing Manager, UHY Hacker Young

“The team at Leighton Taylor were superb. They matched me with exactly the kind of role I had asked for and it was clear from the beginning that  they had my best interests at heart. Colette, Victoria and Giles were responsive, pragmatic and thoughtful in their approach. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
Stan Verkaik, Business Development Executive, Pinsent Masons

“Colette has placed me in two marketing roles during my career and always takes time to find the right fit for my skill set and preferences. This means she only ever brings me the roles she feels will actually be of interest. She’s easy to talk to and you always feel like she is in your corner if you have questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Colette to anyone looking for a new role in the legal marketing or BD sector.”
Marketing & BD, Maucher Jenkins

“Colette was great at understanding our role requirements quickly and was able to send over a great selection of candidates with a very fast turnaround. The communication style was prompt but not intrusive and Colette and the team were always on hand to coordinate the process, which was smooth for multiple candidates. Whether speaking to Colette or one of her colleagues, I knew I was in safe hands and felt confident each candidates had been adequately prepped. We look forward to working with the team in the future.”
Francesca Evans, Recruitment Advisor, Bates Wells

“Giles acted as a trusted partner in helping me find my next role. He listened carefully to what I was after and given his long-term relationships with his clients he worked hard to find the right opportunity for me. He then guided me through every step of the recruitment process. I would highly recommend Giles and the team when looking for your career move.”
Laura Dawson, Global Markets Team Lead, Freshfields                                                                                           

“I have worked with Giles and the team as both a candidate and a client and I can say on both counts I have been impressed. Giles is consultative in approach and very well connected in the market. He takes the time to understand what it is you are looking for, presenting opportunities and candidates of a high quality that are both relevant and interesting. He has placed many of the quality colleagues I have worked with over the years. I trust his opinions and would highly recommend.”
Bella Chidley, Head of Client Programmes, Ashurst 

“I was fortunate enough to work with Colette and Victoria from Leighton Taylor Consulting throughout my recent job change, and they proved invaluable to my job search and subsequent new job acquisition. Both were extremely informative, readily available and sincere in their quest for my next role. I would definitely recommend their services to all of my peers and thank them for profusely for their assistance!”
Rachel Hill, Marketing Executive, Keystone Law    

“The whole team were superb in helping me prepare for the various stages of the recruitment process. They were always very clear on what would be happening and the sorts of questions I could expect. They were very proactive in their communication so I always knew what was happening. Overall it was a very good experience and I would happily work with them again. Highly recommended.”      
Rob Jackson, Client Listening Research Manager, Allen & Overy

“Leighton Taylor is by far the best recruitment agency I’ve worked with. They are professional, approachable and efficient. They have supported me and guided me throughout the recruitment process and always kept me updated on any feedback. I would highly recommend Leighton Taylor and the superstar team!”
Lisa Sam, Business Development Manager, Pinsent Masons

“I have worked with Leighton Taylor as a candidate and a recruiter and have always found them to be responsive, consultative, and really good at listening to my needs. I had a long list of quite specific requirements when I began looking for my current role and they really listened and came up with suggestions that showed they understood that I was looking for. They made the process really smooth and easy and I couldn’t be happier in my new role!”
Tamsin Dickinson, Director of Client Marketing & Communications, Frontier Economics

“Colette and Victoria provided excellent advice throughout the process. You could tell they were keen to share opportunities that met my initial criteria. I wouldn’t hesitate to contact them again.”
Daniel Waycot, Business Development Manager, Allen & Overy

“I just wanted to express my appreciation for the help you and the team at Leighton Taylor in helping me find such a great position and at such a top-notch firm. I loved the tenacity you brought always keeping me informed what was happening and never once did I have to chase. Having confidence and trust in your agency is paramount and you guys bring it in spades. Thank you again for all your hard work and effort in getting me my dream role.”
Christopher Bane, Business Development Manager, Baker McKenzie

“Leighton Taylor have placed me in my last two legal roles. The ladies I worked with were quick to react to the market. They were hassle-free and there was no need to take time out of work to register with them at their offices, which is what I hated about other agencies. They also had a clear understanding of what I was looking for and only contacted me when they deemed fit, unlike other recruitment agencies who would contact me for every role they got through. Leighton Taylor sold me the real job description rather than the usual ‘salesman’ approach some recruiters take. The small touches they put into the recruitment process really show they care about their candidates.”
Charlotte Gillett, Practice & Sector Co-ordinator, Linklaters

“I have found the team at Leighton Taylor to be extremely supportive in helping me to secure my new role. The team were very professional and provided me with valuable advice and feedback. I would highly recommend them for anyone who is looking for a new role within professional services.”
Joshua Hill, Senior Bid Executive, Ashurst

Leighton Taylor do more than just recruit, they put the right people in the right roles. Leighton Taylor show a depth of understanding of our business and culture that is quite unique. And I love that there is no hard sell with them, just trust, sincerity and professionalism.”
Lisa Spencer-Arnott, HR Manager, Conyers Dill & Pearman

“I have looked for two roles in the UK (15 years apart) and Giles has helped me to find them both. Giles has extensive experience of the industry and is most helpful in identifying suitable opportunities as well as providing support and guidance through the interview process. I would highly recommend Leighton Taylor looking for roles within the sector.”
Megan Khan, Interim Head of Marketing and BD, Hogan Lovells

“I have worked with Colette and Victoria for over 10 years now. They really understand our firm and what we are looking for in a candidate so never waste our time with people that won’t fit in. Their response times are excellent and they are both realistic and honest at managing my expectations. They have placed the majority of our team now and I can’t recommend them highly enough.”
Eleanor Attley, Head of Business Development, Macfarlanes LLP

“The Leighton Taylor team were absolutely essential in getting my current role, from negotiating with the employer on my behalf and encouragement from the start that they would help me find the best role for me. The team not only did that but presented me with an opportunity to take the right step in my career. The experience I have had with agencies have not been great, but with Colette, Victoria and Giles, their quick response time, professionalism and assistance kept me assured. I will be forever grateful to them.”
Victoria Da Costa, Digital Marketing Assistant, Linklaters

“Colette and Victoria made my job search very easy by regularly sending me job descriptions. I always found them to be incredibly responsive and approachable. They were also smart in choosing job specs suitable to my personal career development, and I am now very happy with my new role, which they secured for me this year.”
Rachel Lambert, BD Executive, Clyde & Co.

“I have recently been placed as Marketing and Events Manager by Leighton Taylor. Giles, Colette and Victoria are completely unlike any other recruiters. They spent a lot of time getting to know me and what I was looking for, before sending over many relevant and realistic options. They worked diligently and I got an interview for my first choice within weeks. Always just on the end of a phone, the team sent me preparation materials for the interview and fully prepped me on what to expect. When the pace quickened, the team worked outside of ordinary office hours to secure my new position, their communications timely and effective. They have been consummate professionals from beginning to end, even checking up on my progress as I’ve settled into the new role. I highly recommend Leighton Taylor, they have been a pleasure to work with.”
Lucy Smith, Marketing and Events Manager, Cloisters

“Leighton Taylor are an exemplary professional service, providing applicants with comprehensive information to prepare for job interviews. They certainly helped me to get my current job – working as a Marketing and Business Development Administrator at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP – by sending me a pack of information of likely questions and key information to research. Their staff are so helpful and kind and they kept me in the loop with constant updates about my interviews. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough!”
Molly Vickers, Marketing and Business Development Administrator, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

“Colette Norfolk and the team at Leighton Taylor have successfully placed me twice in recent years, and I would enthusiastically recommend them. They were a pleasure to work with, provided valuable advice through my periods of looking for work, understood which roles might be right for me and were at all times positive and responsive. They were able to put me forward for the highest calibre of relevant roles in the market, ensuring the roles were right for me and not just flooding me with whatever was on their books. Leighton Taylor also expertly managed negotiations with my future employers.”
Charlie Birts, Client & Market Development Manager, Clifford Chance

“Leighton Taylor recently helped me secure a position within a top twenty accounting firm. As a marketer who has specialised in professional services sector, I was delighted to find a recruitment consultancy aligned with the industry as there was an immediate understanding of my background and ambition with regards to a new role. I was most impressed with the service they provided and especially the briefing documents they sent across prior to an interview as these were a valuable prompt to ensure I was well prepared for my interviews. They were professional, reliable and supportive. I would have no hesitation in using them again or recommending them to others.”
Ruth Parkinson, Marketing & BD Executive, Kingston Smith