"Thanks to all the help and assistance I have received from Joanna Marklove at BCL Legal I have found a position that I believe will suit me and allow me to establish a decent career for myself. This was achieved by way of a carefully considered approach in finding the right law firm and role for me. This did not compare with other recruitment consultants I have dealt with who have not taken the time to assess whether the position is what I'm looking for. Joanna kept me updated at regular intervals and always responded to my queries promptly".
top"I would like to thank Matthew Porter for his part in finding me my new position. He clearly has his finger on the pulse of the Manchester market and was consistently ahead of the competition in rooting out opportunities. Just as impressive was the way in which Matthew took a genuinely personal interest, even ringing to find out how interviews had gone when he was away on holiday. Given Matthew's ability to gain an early understanding of the vacancies to which I was suited and to provide helpful advice throughout the process, I would not hesitate to recommend him".
top"I have always found Joanna Marklove to be helpful and personable. She has an extensive knowledge of the market and takes great care in placing candidates in the right role/firm. Joanna is patient and supportive and in addition to being very good at her job, is an extremely nice person to deal with. Joanna assisted me in finding precisely the role I was looking for, at Weightmans".
top"I instructed BCL Legal to help me in my search for new employment within insurance litigation and they successfully placed me in my current role with Keoghs. I was particularly impressed with the way they handled my application. The consultants were always available to speak to me out of hours, they were very professional, they seemed to have an excellent grasp of the insurance market place particularly in the North West and it made quite a stressful experience a pleasant one. I would not hesitate in recommending them to prospective candidates as well as law firms looking to recruit; they are the market leaders in this field".
top“Having decided to move from being a claimant solicitor to being a defendant insurance solicitor, I knew that I would need some professional guidance in terms of where and how to place myself within the market. I obtained details of BCL legal via the Internet and was introduced to David Carr immediately. I was impressed with the professionalism and presentation of the business and this reassured me with opting to go with them. I always received responses to my calls and emails and discretion was maintained throughout. I would recommend speaking to BCL legal if you are interested in seeking pastures new as they were very helpful in introducing me to defendant insurance even during these difficult times.”
top"Once we had decided that it was right for the team to move, it was vital that we got the best information possible on the legal marketplace in Manchester and the North West generally. I regarded BCL Legal as the market leader and the service that they provided matched that reputation. Their professionalism was exemplary. Matthew Porter and Vicky Clark put us in front of everyone we wanted to see. They had a clear understanding of what we were seeking to acheive and with their help we have secured an ideal match for ourselves and our clients. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to other candidates or firms".
top"A friend recommended I instruct BCL Legal and within days of registering I was interviewing with law firms in Manchester. They knew partners in all the employment law departments and quickly identified the types of firms for me. They also kept in touch with me after I started at Linder Myers to make sure I was happy. They found me the job I wanted and I would recommend BCL Legal to any solicitor looking for a new opportunity."
topAfter graduating from university I struggled to find a job in the legal profession. I had been warned off agencies and consequently avoided them. However, with the recession in full force and more law students than ever I found that competition was strong and job opportunities scarce, so I decided to try applying for jobs through agencies. I looked online and was shocked by how many agencies were out there. I sent my CV to several agencies. Out of all of the agencies, I found BCL Legal and in particular Joanna Marklove, to be the best. Joanna's friendly, down-to-earth and professional manner meant that I was able to be myself and openly discuss my aims. Within weeks I was lined up with interviews. Without Joanna and BCL I truly believe I would not have got my dream job at Irwin Mitchell. I would have no hesitations in recommending Joanna or BCL Legal and would certainly use them again in the future.
topThroughout my experience of dealing with BCL Legal, namely Joanna Marklove, I have found the service offered to be nothing but professional, helpful and friendly. I have had plenty of experience dealing with job agencies, much of which I am afraid to say has been negative, so it was very refreshing to receive the service I did from BCL Legal. Joanna kept me informed throughout her dealings with me and I felt 100% confident that what she promised me she would do would get done - and it certainly was. I have been incredibly impressed by the standards of BCL Legal and would certainly recommend them to anyone looking for a job within the legal field. I had lost absolute confidence that an efficient job agency existed; however, I am pleased I have found one that has far exceeded my expectations. I would like to thank Joanna for all her help in her quest to secure me a job. Whilst I hope not to be looking for a job too soon, I will certainly be approaching BCL Legal should I want a job in the future.
top"Having used a couple of agencies before discovering BCL Legal and in particular, Matthew Porter, I was extremely impressed with their professionalism and high level of competence. Matthew had an excellent style of communication, was always immediately accessible and showed great persistence in pursuing various opportunities. I would happily recommend BCL Legal and Matthew".
top“I have no hesitation in recommending the services of BCL Legal. The professionalism and tenacity of Mark Levine ensured that the recruitment process went smoothly and, with Mark’s able assistance, I managed to secure my dream job”.
top“I spoke to a number of recruitment agents when looking for a position. BCL Legal gave me the best service, the best advice, came forward with the most positions and did not try to push me into something I did not want, kept in touch regularly, had good market knowledge, were down to earth and genuine, listened to what I had to say, and gave wise counsel. I am now sole legal counsel at Jackel International Limited and am very happy in my role. ”
top“I have always found BCL Legal to be extremely professional, approachable and friendly. They have both given me sound advice over the time I have been registered even when I was contemplating a move to a different position through a different agency. We talked the whole thing through and I did not feel under any pressure whatsoever. They were impeccable in their professional outlook and manner".
top“A colleague recommended BCL Legal to me after a successful placement in private practice. I was impressed by Mark Levine's professionalism and evident commitment to both candidate and marketplace. Mark displayed a patient determination to ensure that I accepted only the best position for me.”
top“Mark Levine's knowledge of the market is impressive and your one to one support and guidance made the whole process relevant and straightforward for me. Thank you!”
top"I have been really impressed at how thorough BCL Legal are in keeping in touch and remembering who you are. This, in comparison to many other agencies, I have liaised with is definitely a breath of fresh air! I will certainly keep recommending BCL to others."
top"The advice you gave me from the outset was honest, realistic and you actually listened to what I wanted and the change in career path that I wanted to take. This was a refreshing change from your competition who relentlessly hounded me, tried to force me into various and numerous private practice roles instead of actually listening to what I said, what I actually wanted to change about my career and simply viewing me as a commodity that they could secure two easy commissions on at my expense. Clearly their adamant and unrelenting advice about being unable to move in-house in the North West from London was very wrong! Thanks again for all the assistance and advice that you gave me during, luckily, the short period from my initial phonecall to placing me at LMS"
top"I just wanted to say that I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here and that I think it has been life changing. I recall how much you appreciate helping people turn their lives around and I just wanted to thank you for providing me with the opportunity to improve my lot."
top"Thanks for all your help. You have been absolutely fantastic. I have never used an agency before and you have made my first experience very smooth and stress free. Should I ever have the need to rethink my career you will be the first person I will contact."
top"BCL Legal provided a very professional service and assisted in the negotiations that paved the way for relocation from London to Leeds. They were at all times proactive and succeeded in creating a number of opportunities for me in the North with their knowledge of the local market."
top"Other agencies did not have as good a variety of jobs - through your contacts you were able to 'create' an in-house role for me."
top"BCL Legal impressed the most as you sent my CV out only to places where you knew I wanted to work based on my past experience and goals....Your market knowledge enabled you to focus on only a few firms and particularly the firm I ended up in as you knew they had just recruited a new partner and although no posts were advertised they were looking to build a team."
top"Keoghs are absolutely FANTASTIC, such a supportive, friendly and caring, environment and much, much more. I really feel I will become a better Solicitor (and a better person). I really do not know how to THANK YOU for believing in me, for pushing me forward, for trusting me, for enhancing my career, not to mention my life. I feel like I've landed with my feet in champagne."
top"Having decided to move from the City back to the north I wanted a professional and efficient recruitment service which would help me secure exactly what I wanted rather than offering all that may be available. BCL Legal, and James Batt in particular, certainly did that. Entirely honest about the calibre and reputation of the hiring firms, their well-informed knowledge of what was to me a foreign market was both welcome and trusted. They were proactive without being pushy and helpful without being unduly persuasive. If I was ever to move again I would use BCL Legal."
top"BCL Legal recently placed me in a high-profile head of legal in-house position with a major construction company. Mark provided a service with integrity and which was far superior to any other recruitment consultants with which I have previously had dealings. I found him extremely approachable; he remained in regular contact and is very switched-on. I have recommended him to my former employer as well as to friends."
top"In my experience many legal recruitment agencies talk the talk and fail to deliver if they fail to place you within a short period of time. However, in my recent experience, I believe BCL Legal is the exception to this, in that they go the "extra mile for you". I found their level of service quite excellent and was impressed by their knowledge of the legal marketplace and this certainly helped them in placing me in the in-house sector that I sought. I would have no hesitation in recommending BCL Legal's services and may I convey my thanks to their staff for placing me."
top"I have had an excellent experience in dealing with BCL Legal, and I could not be happier in my new position at HBOS. I felt that they kept me well informed at every step of the process, and represented me professionally, effectively and enthusiastically."
top“I registered with a couple of agents before I was recommended to speak to BCL Legal. I met with three consultants at BCL Legal as I was keen to keep my options open and within a week they had arranged interviews for me at four firms and a week later I received a job offer. The consultants have been very approachable and are always willing to help. I have found the preparation they provide before an interview to be excellent. They have given me the information I need to pitch myself at the right level at each interview. I feel confident and trust that the consultants at BCL Legal are going the extra mile to secure what will be the best position for me on qualification.”
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