Leanne Byrne

Senior Recruitment Consultant

With a career that’s spanned retail, pharmaceuticals and now legal recruitment, Leanne joined the Clayton Legal team in 2022, bringing with her more than 13 years’ experience in customer service and people management. Passionate, energetic and people-focused, Leanne loves connecting the right people with the right opportunities and firmly believes recruitment should change lives, not just tick boxes.

Specialising in Crime & Regulatory and Immigration Law recruitment across the UK, Leanne works closely with both clients and candidates, focusing on building strong relationships and tailoring her approach to every individual she works with. She is passionate about making sure every placement is the right fit for both sides, helping candidates progress their careers whilst supporting firms in securing the talent they need.

Fast, friendly and fiercely dedicated, Leanne has quickly become a trusted contact within her niche areas across the UK. She is known for her industry knowledge, strategic thinking and the personal, approachable style she brings to every conversation.

When she’s not connecting top legal talent with new opportunities, Leanne enjoys people-watching, going to the gym, travelling, music and spending time with friends and family. She genuinely believes a little energy and positivity can go a long way, especially in recruitment.

Recruiting for

  • Legal Administrator – Mental...

    • Walsall
    • Permanent
    • £25k per year

    We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established national law firm with a strong presence

  • Legal Administrator – Family

    • Walsall
    • Permanent
    • £25k per year

    Following a recent successful placement within their Family department, I'm now looking to speak with

  • Private Client Fee Earner

    • Birmingham
    • Permanent
    • £35k - 45k per year

    Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner | BirminghamWills, Probate & Estate Administration | Full Office-Based

  • Criminal Defence Solicitor

    • Battersea
    • Permanent
    • £40k per year

    Criminal Defence Fee Earners & Duty Solicitors - LondonI'm currently working in partnership with one

  • Regulatory Solicitor

    • Leeds
    • Permanent
    • £56k - 65k per year

    Senior Regulatory & Criminal Defence Lawyer Join a Growing Specialist Practice | High-Quality Work |

  • Private Client Fee Earner

    • Nottingham
    • Permanent
    • £40k per year

    Private Client Solicitor | 3–5 PQE | Hybrid Working | Excellent BenefitsJoin a Leading UK

  • Private Client Solicitor

    • Oswestry
    • Permanent
    • £36k - 50k per year

    Build Your Career Within a Growing Private Client Team | ShropshireAre you a Private Client

  • Accredited Police Station...

    • Tottenham
    • Permanent
    • £27k - 30k per year

    I’m currently working in partnership with one of London’s leading and most highly regarded criminal

  • Legal Secretary – Family

    • Birmingham
    • Permanent
    • £23.5k per year

    I’m working with a well-established and growing law firm who are looking to add a

  • Private Client Solicitor

    • Clifton
    • Permanent
    • £38k per year

    We're working with a well-established and growing law firm who are looking to strengthen their

  • Private Client – NQ Solicitor

    • Tamworth
    • Permanent
    • £30k per year

    Tamworth | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsAn established and highly regarded law

  • Court of Protection Solicitor

    • Northampton
    • Permanent
    • £55k per year

    Court of Protection Solicitor | NorthamptonshireI'm working with a well-established, highly regarded law firm that

  • Serious Fraud & Organised...

    • Hayes
    • Permanent
    • £42k per year

    West London | Specialist Criminal Defence Firm I’m working with a top-ranked criminal defence firm

  • Crime Solicitor

    • Braintree
    • Permanent
    • £38k - 50k per year

    Chelmsford | Legal 500 Criminal Defence Firm | Hybrid WorkingI’m currently working with one of

  • Solicitor or Paralegal –...

    • Nuneaton
    • Permanent
    • £28k - 40k per year

    Private Client Fee Earner / Solicitor Opportunity - NuneatonA fantastic opportunity has arisen to join

  • Criminal Defence Solicitor

    • Sheffield
    • Permanent
    • Market related

    Are you ready to take the next step in your Criminal Defence career with one

  • NQ Crime Solicitor

    • Islington
    • Permanent
    • £45k per year

    This is a firm I’ve had a lot of success supporting with their growth this

  • Accredited Police Station...

    • Manchester
    • Permanent
    • £25k per year

    Accredited Police Station Representative | ManchesterAccredited Police Station Representatives - this one's for you! If you're

  • NQ Crime Solicitor

    • Manchester
    • Permanent
    • £32k - 33k per year

    NQ Criminal Defence Solicitors - This one’s for you!Coming towards the end of your training

  • Trusts & Estates Executive

    • Kidderminster
    • Permanent
    • £30k per year

    fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Trusts & Estates Executive to join a well-established regional

  • Regulatory Solicitor

    • Wigan
    • Permanent
    • £45k per year

    Regulatory Solicitor | Criminal Lawyers Welcome | Hybrid & Flexible WorkingReady to take your legal

  • Childcare Solicitor

    • Northampton
    • Permanent
    • £55k per year

    Childcare Solicitor We’re working with one of the largest Childcare teams in the East Midlands,

  • Private Client Associate

    • Meer End
    • Permanent
    • Market related

    Wills & Probate Executive - Growing Private Client TeamAre you looking for your next move