Candidate Testimonials

“The service I received from Carter Murray was simply exceptional. From the start of the process, Liz Chappell endeavoured to ensure the perfect role was found according to my skills, experience and specifications. Unlike many other City recruiters, she was keen to place me in a suitable firm and not simply a company within which there happened to be a vacancy. She was extremely proactive, informative throughout and fantastically helpful at every stage. Knowledge of the industry, interview preparation, excellent clients and great staff: these are areas which hold Carter Murray high above many other recruiters. I will absolutely return to Carter Murray when I wish to progress my career.”

MarComms Executive | International Law Firm

“I spent over eight months looking for the right job in legal marketing. It was especially difficult for me, as I had over seven years’ work experience, none of which were in the marketing or professional services industry. After meeting with over twenty recruitment agencies and getting countless pessimistic feedback, I was just about ready to give up and reluctantly go back to sales. And then I met Liz Chappell at Carter Murray! From the moment I registered with Carter Murray, I felt that I had their undivided attention. They were focused on getting me my ideal job, rather than filling just another vacancy. They were quick to get feedback, talk me through the interview process for each client and even go so far as making sure I had everything I needed after I got my dream job! If I ever wanted to get another job (which hopefully I won't for quite some time), I would only register with Carter Murray as I have every confidence that they would be able to meet all my requirements and fulfil my needs like they did the first time round. I only wish I had joined them at the very beginning of my search. Imagine all the time and energy I would have saved!"

Nishel Priya | BD Executive | Olswang

"The approach of Carter Murray to get to know their candidates and clients is apparent in the advice I was given by both Susanna and Rebecca. This helped to ensure that my change of role was both smooth and appropriate. I felt that the search criteria I presented them with was listened to and reflected in the roles they presented to me. I wouldn't hesitate to use Carter Murray again or recommend them to a colleague."

Jenny Williams | Business Development Manager | Travers Smith


"I embarked on my search for a new role with mixed feelings. I had enjoyed a fantastic career to date with a large professional services firm and although I knew the time was right to look for my next role, I was struggling to define what it would look like. As a relatively inexperienced candidate, I very much valued Carter Murray's pragmatic approach to helping me develop my understanding of the kind of role I was looking for. From day one, I received encouragement, as well as constructive challenge from all members of the team. Additionally I was able to benefit from the insight they brought from having actually worked as marketing and business development professionals in the same sector. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you."

Head of BD | Specialist Law Firm


"I found Max to be very helpful and approachable. He continually contacted me and offered suggestions and support during my search for new employment opportunities. I am very pleased with his reliable and professional services."

RFP Writer | Investment Bank



"Having been a candidate with numerous recruitment consultancies over the years I would have to say that Carter Murray shines out as the best by far. It is refreshing to find a firm who actually takes the time to get to know their candidates and listen to what they really are looking for in a job, rather than just trying to place them in any vacancy they have on their books at the time. I also could not fault their quick response times, market knowledge and friendly manner. They really do make the stressful and emotional experience of trying to find a new role a refreshingly pleasant process."

Business Development Manager | Large City Law Firm



"I have never been with an agency that has done so much work on my behalf, and I have never met with any consultant - let alone two - that have been absolutely amazing in helping me find a new job. You two are fantastic and your advice, insight, coaching and support has been invaluable. I have already told my colleagues about you; I'm sure you'll be inundated soon! Thanks again to the best agency and consultants in London!"

Business Development Co-ordinator



"I found working with Rebecca enjoyable. I was very specific in my requirements for a new job and I felt no pressure to be put forward for anything I wasn't happy with. Rebecca knew when the right opportunity came up and helped me through every step of the process from my first interview to negotiating the salary I wanted. I am now very happily settled into week two of the job. A perfect fit, thank you."

Rebecca Wibberley | Marketing Manager | Withers



"The Carter Murray team proved to be diligent and tenacious in finding a suitable position for me. What particularly impressed me was their care, efficiency, honesty, professionalism and insight. They placed me in a position tailor-made according to my skills and experience."

Nana Noi | Marketing Manager | Wedlake Bell



"I went to Carter Murray because they had a strong reputation in the legal marketplace. They didn't let me down. Rebecca Saxby spent time getting to know me and assessing what sort of career move was right for me. She kept me fully informed, offered me frank advice and seemed to care that she found the right job for me. I've used her since for adding to my own team and have again been impressed by her no-nonsense approach, including the practice of only submitting fully vetted candidates, which saved me much time and effort. If you want good service and people who take an interest in getting it right - I'd recommend them to you."

June Smallwood-Rose | Business Development Director | Shoosmiths



"Deciding to embark upon a career in Legal Marketing in London from north of the border was initially quite a daunting experience. Thanks to the effort, enthusiasm and delightful proactive personalities of Liz and Susanna at Carter Murray, however, the process couldn’t have been easier! Both gave me a friendly yet professional introduction to Legal Marketing as well as an insightful overview of the market area. Unlike other recruitment consultancies I had contacted previously, Carter Murray clearly had well established relationships with a number of high profile firms as well as a commitment to assessing the strengths and ambitions of each individual they worked with. Liz was on-hand at every stage of the interview process with invaluable advice and a genuine concern for helping me achieve my goals. I have nothing but the highest recommendation for Carter Murray, highly professional and thoroughly approachable; they take ownership and commit themselves to matching the right person to the right job. All in all a very rewarding experience with an end result I couldn’t be happier with."

Ruth Rutherford | Marketing Assistant | International Law Firm

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