Overview
Candidate: Infrastructure, Construction & Engineering Disputes Associate
Move: International firm in Manchester to Silver Circle in London
Experience: 2PQE
This case study highlights how Tito Ayantunde, a London-based consultant at Sonder Consultants, helped a 2PQE Construction Lawyer transition from Manchester to a leading international firm in London, achieving both a career boost and financial support for her ongoing Master's degree.
Candidate’s Priorities
- Secure a position at a top London firm with a competitive City salary
- Join a team with a strong, inclusive culture
- Receive financial support for her ongoing Master's degree
The Process
The candidate had relocated to London within her current firm but was still on a Manchester salary, feeling disconnected from her team. When she reached out to Tito, there were no suitable open roles in London for her experience level. However, when a position did open at a top global firm, the role required 3-5PQE, while she had 2PQE.
Tito knew this role was a perfect fit for the candidate and reached out to the firm’s HR team despite the experience gap. He highlighted her near 3PQE experience and her commitment to completing a Master's degree in her field. The firm agreed to interview her, and with Tito’s guidance, the candidate excelled in the interview stages.
The candidate not only received a job offer but also secured a salary increase to cover the costs of her Master's degree, fulfilling all her requirements.
Recruiter Insight
“Helping this candidate achieve her goal of becoming a City lawyer was incredibly rewarding. Making the move from a Manchester firm to a London firm can be challenging, but we were able to ensure her success.” — Tito Ayantunde, London Consultant
Looking to Transition to London?
For advice on making a move from another city in the UK, contact Tito Ayantunde for guidance.
To maintain confidentiality, we do not disclose the candidate's or firm's names.
