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Life Sciences Associate Moves to US Firm

Rebecca Adlington
November 21, 2024

Candidate: Life Sciences Associate

Level: Class of 2021

Move: US Firm to US Firm

Location: London

Background

When this candidate first connected with our London consultant, Tito Ayantunde, he explained that the work at his current firm was increasingly leaning toward the tech sector, while his true passion laid in life sciences. His goal was clear: to move to a well-respected US firm that could offer him the specialised focus he wanted in his career.

 

The Journey

The process involved multiple interview stages and spanned over two months. Tito provided consistent updates throughout, to update the candidate on firm feedback and processes.

The candidate, in turn, was always transparent with Tito and disclosed one other opportunity he was exploring. This open communication allowed Tito to tailor his go-to-market strategy and ensure his priorities remained at the forefront.

 

Outcome

They received and accepted an offer from a top-tier US firm in London that aligned perfectly with his career aspirations, marking an exciting new chapter in his professional journey.

 

Recruiter Insight

“This process ended up being on the longer side as the firm was keen to get the candidate to meet with multiplePartners in both Europe and the US. Luckily, I had built a good relationship with the candidate, and we had open communication on both sides from day one.This allowed me to find exactly what he was looking for, keep him updated, and advocate for him throughout the process. He’s now joining a firm that not only does the work that he wants to do but that also has the kind of people he’s excited to do the work with – a win-win!” - Tito Ayantunde, London Legal Recruiter

 

Looking for your next career move?
If you’re an associate looking for specialised opportunities, reach out to Tito for expert guidance and tailored support to achieve your career ambitions.

Rebecca Adlington
Global Marketing Manager
Tito Ayantunde
Legal Search Consultant
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