Liz joined Clayton Legal as an Administrative Assistant in early 2025, bringing with her a strong background in customer-facing roles and a naturally organised, can-do approach. Currently working towards her Business Administration Level 3 qualification, Liz supports a busy team of recruitment consultants and plays a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Proactive, detail-focused and always happy to help, Liz is involved in many areas of the business, from recruitment and marketing support to systems assistance and data health and analysis. Thriving in a fast-paced, professional environment, she takes real pride in contributing to the wider team effort, with a positive attitude and a flexible approach to everything she does – we would be lost without her!
Likes: Travel, her black Labrador Buddy, her go-to Starbucks order = “iced white mocha with blonde roast, and strawberry cold foam”
Sam Oliver
Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Consultant, Sam, joined Clayton Legal in 2025, specialising in placing legal professionals in the Property sector (residential and commercial) across the Midlands.
With a background spanning recruitment and sales, he has experience across diverse industries, as well as overseeing the full sales process in international markets. This combination of client service expertise and fast-paced recruitment experience enables him to deliver a seamless, tailored service, ensuring the perfect match for both clients and candidates in this niche.
Likes: Football, travel, family
Recruiting for
Residential Conveyancer
Oundle
Permanent
£35k - 45k per year
Commercial Property Lawyer
Coventry
Permanent
Market related
Residential Property Solicitor
Coventry
Permanent
Market related
Private Property Lawyer
Wolverhampton
Permanent
£30k per year
Commercial Property Solicitor
Kidderminster
Permanent
Market related
Legal Secretary – Commercial...
Worcester
Permanent
Market related
Residential Conveyancer
Hinckley
Permanent
Market related
Residential Conveyancer
Banbury
Permanent
Market related
Residential Conveyancing Solicitor
Sutton Coldfield
Permanent
Market related
Commercial Property Solicitor
Derby
Permanent
£45k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Peterborough
Permanent
£36k - 50k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Grantham
Permanent
Market related
Residential Conveyancer
Lincoln
Permanent
£35k - 45k per year
Residential Property Solicitor
Cannock
Permanent
£40k - 55k per year
Paralegal / Legal Executive
Newark-on-Trent
Permanent
Market related
Chris Eastwood
Business Manager
Recruitment Manager, Chris, brings with him over 20 years of recruitment experience in the legal, pharmaceutical, retail and professional services industries. Chris joins our established North desk, predominantly in the Greater Manchester area, specialising in Compliance, Commercial Litigation and Legal IT Recruitment
With his extensive relationship skills and knowledge, Chris is well on his way with helping legal professionals in the North secure their next legal job, and providing service excellence to law firms to help them achieve their hiring goals.
Likes: My dog, watching water polo, keeping active.
Recruiting for
In-House Solicitor (Corporate)
Chester
Permanent
£50k - 60k per year
Employment Solicitor (3+ PQE)
Sleaford
Permanent
£55k - 60k per year
Commercial Solicitor
Liverpool
Permanent
£55k - 60k per year
Compliance Assistant (Require SRA...
Coventry
Permanent
£26k - 33k per year
Employment Paralegal (Possible TC)
Stockport
Permanent
£25k - 35k per year
Employment Solicitor
City of London
Permanent
£70k - 80k per year
Employment Solicitor
Reading
Permanent
£65k - 70k per year
Employment Solicitor NQ+
Northampton
Permanent
£45k - 50k per year
Associate /Senior Associate...
Manchester
Permanent
£50k - 60k per year
Compliance Manager /Practice...
Youlgreave
Permanent
£50k - 60k per year
Employment Solicitor
Newcastle upon Tyne
Permanent
£50k - 60k per year
Employment Solicitor
Shrewsbury
Permanent
£45k - 55k per year
Senior Employment Solicitor 6+ PQE
Manchester
Permanent
£70k - 80k per year
Employment Solicitor – Fully...
Manchester City...
Permanent
£70k - 85k per year
Employment Solicitor (3-5 PQE)
Birmingham
Permanent
£50k - 60k per year
Senior Employment Solicitor 5+ PQE
London Wall
Permanent
£50k - 70k per year
Employment Solicitor / Associate...
Leeds
Permanent
£50k per year
Compliance Manager
Nottingham
Permanent
£50k - 55k per year
In-House Commercial Lawyer
Manchester
Permanent
£50k - 70k per...
IT Assistant /Manager
Bolton
Permanent
£32k - 38k per year
Risk and Compliance Manager
Nottingham
Permanent
Pending experience...
Senior Employment Solicitor...
Northampton
Permanent
£60k - 70k per year
Employment Solicitor 1 – 4...
Manchester
Permanent
£55k - 60k per year
Chris Orrell
Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Consultant, Chris joined Clayton Legal in 2022 following a career in Law – with previous experience as a Paralegal, Fee Earner, and Department Head, specialising in the Personal Injury sector for both high street and Top 100 Firms.
Chris therefore has a wealth of knowledge about this specialist area which he now applies in a recruitment capacity in placing legal professionals across the North, at all levels and stages in their career.
Likes: Playing the drums, watching (and playing) live music, reading biographies
Chris Orrell provided an excellent service from the start. Very friendly, approachable & professional and helped me secure a great role.
EL/PL Litigator, Blackpool
Chris absolutely exceeded all my expectations. He was reliable, approachable and supportive throughout the whole process. I can't thank him enough for his compassion and determination to secure me a new role.
Financial Mis-Selling Solicitor, Greater Manchester
Recruiting for
Serious Injury Solicitor
Manchester City...
Permanent
Competitive salary...
Serious Injury Fee Earner /...
Wakefield
Permanent
DOE
Associate – Serious Injury
Wakefield
Permanent
doe
Credit Hire Solicitor /CILEX /...
Southport
Permanent
DOE
Litigation Legal Secretary
Stockport
Permanent
DOE
Litigation Paralegal
Bolton
Permanent
DOE
Litigation Solicitor
Bolton
Permanent
DOE
Tracy Carlisle
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Tracy is an experienced Recruitment Consultant and a key member of our Property team at Clayton Legal, specialising in Residential, Commercial, and Real Estate roles across Manchester and Lancashire. With 20 years of recruitment experience, including 11 here at Clayton, Tracy helps legal professionals navigate their careers while understanding the key drivers behind their next move.
Tracy takes pride in delivering great news, whether it’s securing a role for a candidate or helping a client find the right fit. Her honest, ethical approach ensures she builds strong relationships with both candidates and law firms; always striving to make a positive impact- and has deservedly built a reputation for providing exceptional service and results.
Likes: Fairgrounds, horror films, playing board games with my children
We needed staff quickly for our changing business needs, so I got in touch with Tracy at Clayton. Tracy has been very responsive and eliminated the difficulties of attracting and filtering individuals to ensure they were suitable for the posts. We will continue working with Clayton for all our recruitment needs and would not hesitate to recommend them.
Administration Assistant , Chorley
We contacted Clayton for some help with our recruitment, and the first person they put forward was appointed.
Tracy listened to our brief and understood it well. A very speedy turnaround and good communication throughout. Thank you for all your help Tracy.
HR Manager, Preston
We were having issues finding some good staff on short notice, so we got in touch with Tracy Carlisle. Tracy was very professional and communicative throughout the process from start to finish. She is always happy to help with staffing needs that we have in our business.
Sales Director, Preston
Tracy did an amazing job to help me secure a new legal position. She was always in touch with any updates and making sure I knew exactly what was going on at every step! Within a week of my first conversation with Tracy, I had an interview set up and a new job. Tracy is an expert in what she does and I cannot think of any improvements. The service was perfect.
Legal Secretary, Stalybridge
Recruiting for
Conveyancing Team Manager
Manchester City...
Permanent
£55k - 60k per year
Conveyancing Manager
Stockport
Permanent
£40k - 60k per year
Business Development Manager
Blackburn
Permanent
£30k - 50k per year
Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal
Oldham
Permanent
£25k - 30k per year
Senior Commercial Property Lawyer
Manchester
Permanent
£35k - 55k per year
Commercial Property Solicitor
Preston
Permanent
£35k - 55k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Manchester
Permanent
£40k - 45k per year
Commercial Property Solicitor
Burnley
Permanent
£35k - 55k per year
Conveyancing Fee Earner
Chorley
Permanent
£38k - 45k per year
Fully Remote Conveyancing Fee...
Stockport
Permanent
£30k - 55k per year
Residential Conveyancer Stockport
Stockport
Permanent
£32k - 50k per year
Residential Conveyancer...
Cheshire
Permanent
£32k - 50k per year
Partner / Associate Partner...
Preston
Permanent
£75k per year
Commercial Property Solicitor
Stockport
Permanent
£42k - 50k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Macclesfield
Permanent
£30k - 45k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Altrincham
Permanent
£40k - 50k per year
Residential Conveyancer 3 PQE
Lancashire
Permanent
£35k - 45k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Nelson
Permanent
£30k - 45k per year
Conveyancer
Blackburn
Permanent
£30k - 45k per year
Property Lawyer (Hybrid)
Stockport
Permanent
£26k - 45k per year
Commercial Property Solicitor
Preston
Permanent
£35k - 55k per year
Commercial Property Solicitor
Wigan
Permanent
£55k per year
Conveyancing Fee Earner
Morecambe
Permanent
£35k - 45k per year
Remote or Hybrid Conveyancing Fee...
Greater Manchester
Permanent
£45k per year
Leanne Byrne
Senior Recruitment Consultant
With a varied career across retail and the pharmaceutical sector, Senior Recruitment Consultant Leanne joined the Clayton team in 2022, bringing a wealth of experience in customer service and relationship management. Leanne specialises in recruiting Criminal Law, Regulatory Law, and Immigration Law professionals across the nation. She works collaboratively with clients and candidates, building strong relationships and tailoring her approach to meet their unique needs, ensuring she delivers a transformational recruitment service.
Likes: People watching, the gym, music
Leanne was really great with updates and general support. She always checked in with me to see how I was. She made me feel super comfortable and I felt like she was really on my side. I was very satisfied with the communication from Leanne and the support she gave me throughout. Thanks Leanne for being so lovely.
Paralegal, Liverpool
I got in touch with Leanne at Clayton Legal to help me with my job search and she did everything to ensure I secured my ideal role as quickly as possible. Leanne was reliable and supportive, and she provided a transformational service. Having Leanne in my corner throughout my job search, interviews and everything in between has been incredible!
Paralegal, Bury
Recruiting for
Crown Court Solicitor
London Wall
Permanent
£45k - 55k per year
Crime Solicitor
London Wall
Permanent
£49k per year
Private Family Solicitor –...
Wisbech
Permanent
£60k per year
Wills + Probate Legal Support
Staffordshire
Permanent
Market related
PC Solicitor
Peterborough
Permanent
£45k per year
Senior Associate Solicitor –...
Manchester City...
Permanent
£65k per year
Crime Solicitor
Tottenham Hale
Permanent
£35k - 45k per year
Criminal Defence Solicitor
London Wall
Permanent
£45k - 55k per year
Criminal Paralegal – Trainee...
Merseyside
Permanent
£26k per year
Accredited Police Station...
Tottenham Hale
Permanent
£28k per year
Partner – Crime &...
Manchester City...
Permanent
Market related
Professional Misconduct Solicitor
London Wall
Permanent
Market related
Mike Shipcott
Senior Talent Attraction Consultant
Mike is an experienced Senior Talent Attraction Consultant with over six years in the recruitment industry, including extensive work within the legal sector. Prior to joining Clayton, he managed compliance for healthcare and criminal justice recruitment, developing valuable expertise in regulatory requirements and client support.
At Clayton, Mike specialises in supporting legal professionals across the UK to navigate the job market and secure their next role. While his primary focus is on recruiting candidates within Family and Private Client law, he also brings significant experience across other areas, including Residential and Commercial Property, Personal Injury, and Litigation.
With his in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to client success, Mike is dedicated to connecting top legal talent with the right opportunities.
Likes: Music, dogs, Liverpool FC
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Clayton Legal. Mike secured an interview for me within days and was professional but also friendly and personable. His telephone manner is amazing - he made me feel at ease right away. Mike and Clayton Legal are phenomenal... if you are looking for a job contact this company! Really well done.
Legal Secretary, Manchester
Mike gave me advice and aided my interview preparation to secure my graduate job. I am very thankful for his help and believe this is the reason I got such good feedback from my interview due to the conversations we had prior to make sure I was ready. Mike was very responsive and knowledgeable, and I am very likely to recommend him to other legal professionals looking for a new legal role.
Paralegal, Liverpool
Mike was excellent throughout and really supported me through the interview and application process. Mike at Clayton Legal matched me with an amazing opportunity and really prepared me for the interview. I was very satisfied with the whole process and would recommend Clayton Legal to other people seeking a new legal role.
Paralegal, Chester
Michael was very supportive and super-friendly. He was very approachable and kept me up to date with my application process as well as checking in with me before my interview to see how I felt and if I needed help with anything. I really appreciated this. I found Clayton Legal to be very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable and they are extremely reliable. Thanks to them I can now begin my legal career!
Legal Administrator, Manchester
Rebecca Davies
Senior Recruitment Consultant
With over three years of expertise in legal recruitment and a decade in estate agency, Rebecca specialises in placing top-tier professionals across Merseyside, Cheshire, Wales, and the South West. Focusing on Residential Property, Commercial Property, and Real Estate, she recruits for roles ranging from secretaries and paralegals to fee earners, solicitors, and partners. Her background in client management and property sales provides her with a unique edge in understanding both client and candidate needs.
Rebecca is passionate about building lasting relationships and tailoring placements to meet the specific requirements of firms and individuals alike. With her deep industry knowledge and expanding network, she is committed to delivering exceptional recruitment services while continuing to strengthen her presence across her core regions
Likes: Making people happy, spending time with her little girl, travelling
We contacted Rebecca Davies at Clayton Legal to assist us with hiring for our team. Rebecca provided an excellent service and was supportive throughout the recruitment process. We were very satisfied with the preparation given for interviewing and shortlisting candidates as well as the communication at each stage. Thank you!
Director, Runcorn
Thank you very much to Rebecca at Clayton for recognising my abilities, and for matching me up with the open position you saw that fits my background. Thanks to you that I have been able to land this job to pursue my career.
Paralegal, Blackburn
Rebecca has always been extremely helpful when we have engaged her to source relevant candidates. We have been able to make great hires due to her assistance. We have been very satisfied with the suitability of the candidates Rebecca discussed with us as well as the general support she has provided throughout the process hiring. Rebecca is reliable, approachable and is an expert in what she does.
Chief Operating Officer, Liverpool
Rebecca was really helpful and I couldn't recommend her highly enough! Her constant engagement with me and checking up on me regularly was a great touch that other recruiters don't really do. Rebecca is approachable and supportive and overall, I was very satisfied with the whole service Rebecca provided!
Paralegal, Wirral
Rebecca Davies provided a really great service. She exceeded my expectations, carefully listened to me, guided me through the process, supported, acted and delivered. I was very satisfied with her market/sector knowledge as well as the responsiveness throughout. I would definitely recommend Rebecca to other jobseekers.
Conveyancing Paralegal, Warrington
Recruiting for
Conveyancer
Birkenhead
Permanent
£32k per year
Conveyancing Assistant
Birkenhead
Permanent
£23k - 27k per year
Conveyancing Fee Earner
Chester
Permanent
£35k - 45k per year
Conveyancing Assistant
Warrington
Permanent
£24k - 27k per year
Residential Property Solicitor
Gloucester
Permanent
£40k - 50k per year
Conveyancing Assistant
Congleton
Permanent
£24k - 27k per year
Commercial Property Legal Secretary
Chester
Permanent
£24k - 27k per year
Conveyancer
Liverpool
Permanent
£35k - 50k per year
Residential Conveyancer
Liverpool
Permanent
£35k - 50k per year
Senior Conveyancer
Liverpool
Permanent
£35k - 50k per year
Commercial Property Assistant
Cheshire
Permanent
£24k - 27k per year
Susan Holden
Business Consultant
Business Consultant, Susan is an integral and well-respected member of the Clayton team with responsibility for ensuring strategic business decisions are based on sound and accurate data.
Susan also heads up our Corporate and Social Responsibility Committee, with a clear vision to make a positive and valued impact on our local communities, our environment and our internal culture here at Clayton Legal.
Likes: Far-flung-travel, fine dining, cats
Laura Lissett
Marketing Consultant
Laura has practiced marketing throughout her 16-year career with senior roles across professional services, finance and recruitment sectors after completing an MA in Marketing at Liverpool University.
Helping to drive continuous improvements across the business, Laura’s remit also includes the design, execution and management of all of our communication channels, management of our advertising channels, customer research projects and content strategy – ensuring that clients and candidates alike are supported and have the resources they need as they start their recruitment journey with us.