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Chelmsford is one of the most successful places to start a new business, with the city’s survival rates for a new business lasting five years or longer one of the highest in England. This success rate for start-up companies within Chelmsford is just one example of why Chelmsford is a great place to work, and why it has become home to a growing number of successful legal firms. Chelmsford’s proximity to London means there is a regular stream of legal jobs coming onto the recruitment market, and these legal jobs suit those on all different career paths, whether you feel your next move is a step away from the vibrancy of the capital or you believe the best next step for your career is to move closer to the UK’s larger legal firms in London. As a vibrant place to work, Essex has a constant stream of roles coming to the jobs market and Origin Legal is one of the best-connected legal recruiters in the county. The law pool in the county of Essex is of a substantial size with a significant number of law firms thriving, although the region is by no means over-lawyered as more and more local companies scale internationally with all the various legislative demands global expansion entails. Origin Legal has an active recruitment team operating within Chelmsford, linking the best possible candidates with the ever-evolving selection of legal jobs.

Our experienced team placing you in the top solicitor and law jobs in Chelmsford

The regional team for Chelmsford is headed up by Andrew Porter who has an unrivalled level of experience within the legal industry across Essex and beyond into the East of England. A leading recruitment consultant with many years of experience within the legal sector, Andrew has been behind many of the region’s published high profile moves. He can give you access to the right opportunity at the right time and his knowledge is unsurpassed locally. Andrew will always make the time to offer you unbiased advice and guidance on the kind of roles that are available and what salary you can expect to achieve.

For a completely confidential and unbiased conversation about your situation and what positions in Chelmsford might suit you, give Andrew a call today on 01206 233500 or browse all our latest solicitor and law jobs online on our jobs board here.

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City Law Firm

“I have been impressed with the degree of personal service received by Origin Legal. Their approach seems to be to not bother clients unless they have someone suitable or a valid and relevant question to ask, which is appreciated, particularly in the current climate. The consultants are also honest, professional and friendly.”

Private Client

“I have worked with Origin for a couple of years now. I have always appreciated their friendly approach, openness and honesty. I know I will get solid advice that I can trust and that there is no hidden agenda. They really make an effort to connect with their clients and to get to know them. And when you genuinely get on, it is that much easier to work together.”

Flint Bishop

“Flint Bishop have used Origin Legal for a number of years and in particular retained them to deal with several high profile Partner appointments. We have always been delighted with the service that we receive and in particular the consultant’s practical approach coupled with sound commercial advice. I would have no hesitation in recommending Origin Legal to others.”

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