Motus Recruitment

At Motus, we're a bespoke legal recruitment agency, dedicated to providing a personalised service to our clients and candidates. With over a quarter of a century of experience, we've built an unparalleled understanding of the legal profession and an extensive network of connections that enable us to make the right matches between exceptional individuals and leading law firms.

Our approach is straightforward: we're director-led, bespoke, and connected. You'll always deal directly with one of our highly experienced directors, who will take the time to understand your unique needs and develop solutions that suit you. We're not just filling vacancies; we're building long-term relationships that help our clients and candidates thrive in an ever-changing industry.

Our Services

Developing Your Career

We believe that a successful and rewarding career should be tailored to your individual skills, personality, and desires. That's why we take the time to understand you, introducing you to the right opportunities and guiding you through the options. We focus on building your career over time, helping you navigate the uncertain future and make the right choices at the right time.

Developing Your Business

Your people are your firm, and your firm is your people. Having the right professionals in the right jobs has never been more vital. With our extensive experience, we can quickly identify and recruit the right candidates, helping you develop a clear people strategy that drives your business forward.

Our Team

Our team consists of highly experienced professionals, each with a deep understanding of the legal profession and an extensive network of connections. Our directors have spent years building relationships with leading law firms and exceptional individuals, ensuring that we can make the right connections between our clients and candidates.

Charles Elderton, our Joint CEO, has over 25 years of experience in legal recruitment and is a trusted advisor to partners and lawyers across the UK. Justin Nott, our Joint CEO, has worked in professional services recruitment since 1988 and has significant experience developing and implementing search, advertised selection, and employer branding campaigns.