The legal market in London is has recorded strong growth so far in 2022.
What has been the split between Private Practice and In-house? Which specialisms have been most in demand? Read our recent report to find out.
Written in partnership with JMC Legal Recruitment, this report examines key trends in legal recruitment in London.
It provides a breakdown of both the Private Practice and In-house markets; and compares the hiring activity of top firms.
For labour market insights and the trends that drove
legal recruitment across London in 2022 so far,
download the report now!
Latest reports
SAP – UK Tech Labour Market Trends, April 2024
Analysis shows that SAP vacancies are projected to decrease by 34.1% in 2024 compared to 2023 (comparatively, in the 2022 to 2023 data analysis, vacancies decreased by 2.1%). Similarly, regional SAP vacancies are on track for two consecutive years of decline. This trend decline in SAP hiring reflects the broader slowdown impacting the technology sector as it adapts to the transition to a more rigid financial discipline.
Banking – UK Legal Labour Market Trends, May 2024
The surge in vacancies for banking lawyers during Q1 2024, observed both in law firms and banks, reflects significant industry dynamics. 137 vacancies were posted within law firms, marking the highest total since Q3 2022. Extrapolating from Q1, 2024 is projected to see a 35% increase compared to the previous year. Similarly, there was a 17.7% increase in legal vacancies within banks compared to Q4 2023.
Medical Affairs – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, April 2024
With the slump in the pharmaceutical sector set to continue, the long-awaited reforms to the MHRA have yet to materialise. As a result, drug approval in the UK lags behind the EU, further depressing the sector. 2023 seems to be the low point in that there has been an uptick in Q1 so far, and if this continues, it will increase by 9.1% this year compared to last. The recovery has been in London specifically, with volumes up 26.1% on last year.
