Glencoe Search

Glencoe Search is a specialist private practice legal search firm founded by Adrian Donaldson, who brings over 20 years of experience in the legal sector. Adrian began his career as a lawyer for a Magic Circle firm in London and Tokyo, followed by four years as in-house counsel for an investment management firm. He transitioned into legal recruitment nine years ago, initially working with a boutique recruitment firm before leading international firm Robert Walters. His legal background provides Glencoe Search with a deep network in the London and international legal markets, enabling the firm to draw on first-hand experience to fully understand client needs and deliver exceptional results.

Glencoe Search specialises in legal recruitment, with particular expertise in the financial legal services market. The firm works with many of the leading US and UK law firms in London, placing candidates across various legal specialisations and career stages. Adrian's unique insight into the financial legal services sector, combined with his understanding of what candidates seek at each stage of their careers, ensures that recommendations are made with candidates' best interests in mind.

Operating from London, Glencoe Search serves the UK and international legal markets, with a particular focus on London-based opportunities and placements. The firm's approach is driven by integrity, honesty and professionalism. Clients choose Glencoe Search for its combination of deep legal sector knowledge, extensive professional networks, and personalised service that goes beyond standard recruitment support, including CV review, interview preparation and ongoing candidate support throughout the entire placement process.