Case Study: Wakefield Council secures its Head of Legal Services with Sellick Partnership

Wakefield Council fills Head of Legal Services in 4 weeks with Sellick Partnership

Wakefield Council, a metropolitan district council, faced the challenge of recruiting a Head of Legal Services, a key strategic leadership role, in a competitive marketplace. They exclusively appointed Sellick Partnership, leveraging their legal recruitment service, to manage this senior campaign and attract high-quality candidates.

Sellick Partnership implemented a tailored sourcing strategy that included market mapping, targeted advertising, and the creation of a promotional candidate pack and video. This approach successfully engaged both active and passive talent. The result was a shortlist of ten qualified candidates, leading to four final interviews and a successful appointment, all achieved within a short, agreed-upon timeframe.

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