You have high standards when it comes to hiring.
So do we.
At Ambition, we believe in Building Better Futures for our clients. That means delivering Legal Business Development & Marketing talent that drives measurable growth for your firm.
We look beyond what’s on a résumé, evaluating communication skills, adaptability, leadership potential, and problem-solving abilities, to ensure every candidate we present is a true cultural and strategic fit.
For over two decades, we have worked with many of the world’s leading global law firms. Since establishing our US presence, we have maintained those partnerships and now partner with a wide range of firms throughout the AmLaw 200.
We specialize exclusively in Legal Marketing & BD.
We’re not generalists - and that’s intentional.
Our team has deep expertise in the unique demands of business development and marketing roles within US law firms, covering all levels of seniority from CMO, Director and Head of department to Senior Manager, Manager, and Specialist.
Thanks to our specialist focus, we know exactly what makes a BD or Marketing hire successful in a legal environment.
We operate as true consultants, not transactional recruiters.
Our recruiters are called Consultants for a reason.
We take a consultative, partnership-driven approach, offering market insights, salary guidance, talent-mapping, and hiring-process support at every step.
Our goal is simple: to help you secure the strongest possible talent with the least friction.
You want candidates who check every box. We help you find them - even if they’re not on the market.
Because we develop long-standing relationships with BD & Marketing professionals across the US, we tap into a highly engaged, hard-to-reach talent pool.
We think creatively, act proactively, and advocate for the candidates who will make a meaningful impact at your firm - even before they’re actively looking.
We represent your firm with integrity and professionalism.
Your employer brand matters.
We take the time to understand your firm’s culture, values, and strategic priorities so we can represent you accurately and compellingly in the market. Transparency and integrity guide everything we do.
Diversity & Inclusion is engrained in our processes.
Ambition is committed to equitable hiring practices across every stage of recruitment. We continually refine our processes, train our Consultants on DE&I best practices, and work intentionally to eliminate bias - because your firm deserves access to diverse, high-performing talent.
Years of experience
We've been working in the Legal BD & Marketing recruitment market for more than 20 years. We have developed longstanding relationships with an extensive network of talented professionals with experience in BD, Marketing & Communications.
International offices
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We are able to complete assignments not only in the US, but also internationally. With offices in London, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney and Melbourne, we have built trusted relationships across the globe that enable us to successfully deliver recruitment solutions.
Recent Marketing & BD hires
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In the past 2 years alone, we’ve placed more than 200 talented BD, Marketing & Communications professionals
into Law firms across the US, UK & Europe, with the majority being leadership or management level positions.
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The hiring process
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Introductory meeting.
First, we'll set up a meeting with you either face to face or over video/call to find out more about your business and discuss your recruitment needs.
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Outline the strategy.
Based on our conversation, we will put together a bespoke proposition with our recommended approach to your search on either a contingent or retained model.
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Search and shortlist.
We will then look for your ideal candidate, engaging with our database and network and shortlisting the very best talent to put forward for interview.