We are a bespoke consultancy, particularly attuned to the requirements of SMEs whilst equally able to meet the needs of larger commercial clients.
From individual search and selection to fixed term contracts or supporting in-house recruitment, we work hard to develop an understanding of your business helping us to find candidates with the skills and personality to suit.
Our unique approach suits us to finding long-term placements, candidates that can grow with your business as you develop and change.
Our unique approach suits us to finding long-term placements, candidates that can grow with your business as you develop and change.
If you prefer the telephone, we would be delighted to hear from you. You can contact us on +44 7710 341502 between 8:30am and 5:30pm Monday to Friday.
We would be happy to discuss your requirements in person and get to know you and your business a little better. We would be delighted to visit you, just call to arrange a suitable time.
We place great importance on getting to know our candidates to ensure that we understand current skills levels, ambition and type of environment in which they will excel.
With an excellent understanding of the job market and good relationships with the employers we represent, we can provide candidates with interview support and preparation. We also provide advice on CV presentation and a practical perspective on ongoing job searches.
“I’ve worked with Jackie for many years now, and wouldn’t dream of asking anyone else to support our recruitment. She’s an honourable lady, the absolute best in the business. So insightful, and skilled at getting to the heart of a candidate and what they bring to the table as well as grasping the detail of what’s needed by her clients. ”
“Jackie’s considerable experience as a recruitment consultant enables her to quickly and thoroughly understand the needs of her clients. Possessing excellent interpersonal skills, Jackie is consistent in sourcing appropriately qualified candidates who make for the right cultural fit. I am pleased to recommend Jackie Lawrie Recruitment.”
“I would highly recommend using Jackie’s Recruitment services. Jackie is very thorough and a consumate professional in every aspect of the recruitment journey. Jackie placed me recently in a fantastic role where I learned so much and was able to acquire a host of new transferable skills to further my career. Jackie was a joy to deal with throughout the process and is now a trusted confidante on all career matters . She is always available for advice and sound counsel . I am delighted to be part of Jackie’s Professional network.”
Jackie started her career as a management trainee specialising in HR and Recruitment for a national retailer. In 1991 she joined a national agency recruiting contract office support staff and, in 1998, established a successful independent agency placing permanent and temporary staff throughout Scotland.
“I first met Jackie Lawrie in June 2000 and she quickly matched me with temporary legal and administrative work. She supported me with regular employment until 2010 when I worked with her in her agency. In 2012 I decided to seek part-time work and Jackie placed me at Police Scotland when I remain today. I can strongly recommend Jackie to candidate and client. She listens, supports and understands both employer and employee needs and is always there when you need her.”
“I walked through Jackie Lawrie’s door in 2000, fresh out of university and eager to get to work. Following several varied and successful temporary placements I secured a permanent role returning to Jackie several times over the years for advice and support as I progressed through my career and she has become a valued friend. Her insight and astute observations about people make her a superb recruiter.”
“I have worked with Jackie on numerous vacancies over the years and have always found her approach to be pragmatic and business focussed. She provides valuable support and does so in an extremely positive and upbeat way. I would have no hesitation in recommending her.
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To apply for any of the vacancies listed on this page, please complete our candidate registration form, stating the job title and reference of the position in which you are interested.
Legal Secretary – to support experienced and hands on Residential Partner within small established city centre legal firm specialising in residential conveyancing and private client work. You will enjoy a varied role with regular client contact, have strong audio typing skills and possess a flexible approach and willingness to ‘muck in’ to ensure the smooth running of a busy professional office.
Salary and Benefits – c£30,000 depending on experience. Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week with 1 hour lunch break, pension and excellent holiday entitlement to include extended break between Christmas and New Year. Office based.
Job Description – This opportunity may suit an experienced legal secretary or an ambitious legal secretary with a minimum of 2 years keen to learn from an experienced and dynamic solicitor. The role will include client contact in person and by ‘phone and email, taking direction from a Partner and dealing with all aspects of residential conveyancing. The firm use Lawware for case management and registration of documents and can provide full training.
Skills and duties will include;
• Accurate copy and audio typing skills
• IT literate with strong administrative ability
• Confident communication skills
• Professional and friendly manner
• Ability to remain calm and organised
• Comply with Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
• Understanding of Residential Conveyancing processes to include LBTT forms and registration of deeds
• Make a positive contribution to a busy and friendly team
This office based role offers variety as part of a friendly and supportive team. This is a new position and available immediately.
Job Description
Administrator – working as part of a friendly and informal team based in a modern office with fitted kitchen and break-out space, close to the city centre local shops and cafes. Immediate start available with opportunity of a permanent or fixed term contract.
Working for an established Scottish charity, you will work as part of a team to liaise with professional clients and internal departments providing a proof reading service to organisations and public bodies. With attention to detail, customer focus and intermediate IT skills, duties will include processing customer orders, update database, log mail, provide reception support and general admin duties. Full training will be provided.
Salary and Benefits
£10.90 per hour, 35 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8.15 to 4.30 and Friday finish at 1pm. Initial temporary contract with opportunity to transfer to permanent role.
Duties and skills will include;
• General administration
• Microsoft Word, Excel (input level) and Outlook
• Data input
• Communicate verbally and in writing to customers
• Work as part of a team
• Able to organise own work
• Provide reception cover
• Deal with mail, filing and deliveries
• Check transcribed documents
• Excellent spelling and attention to detail
• Customer focus
• Enjoy team working
• Learn new skills
• Supportive of colleagues
• Initiative
This position may suit a recent graduate, work returner or candidate seeking to gain experience in a professional office. Full training will be provided.