In today’s legal market, people don’t leave roles just for more money.
Whether it’s legal secretaries, paralegals, solicitors or legal bookkeepers, the reasons behind a move are usually deeper.
“I feel undervalued.”
“I’ve taken on more and more, but nothing ever changes.”
“I’m not unhappy… but I’m not growing either.”
Sometimes, they don’t really want to leave, they just want to feel seen. To feel appreciated. Some even go as far as accepting interviews, quietly hoping their current firm will step in and make things better.
And for those who do want to move, it’s rarely a simple decision…
“I get 25 days’ holiday where I am.”
“I have flexible working arrangments, what if I lose that?”
“My bonus might be small, but I can count on it.”
These are the real reasons people stay – or walk away.
At the same time, firms are facing their own challenges. They are recruiting in a competitive market, where standout candidates are harder to reach and harder to secure. Job specs aren’t always enough. Benefits don’t always match expectations. And sometimes the right person just doesn’t apply.
That’s where recruitment has to change. It can’t be about buzzwords or sales tactics. It needs to be human.
At Pathway, we aim to help cut through the noise, to offer a recruitment experience based on trust, understanding, and respect.
We believe in patience. We know people often need time. Some candidates decline a role and return months later, because the real reasons for wanting change don’t disappear overnight. And that’s fine.
At Pathway, we treat people like people, not products.
Whether you’re exploring a move or recruiting for your team, we take the time to understand what actually matters. And we never push anyone into the wrong fit.
No pressure. No fluff. Just legal recruitment, done with care.
If any of this resonates with you, whether you’re thinking about a move or recruiting for your team, I’m always happy to chat.
