Sarah joined Halkin in 2009 and co-heads the firm. She has over twenty years’ experience in the recruitment and executive search industry. Prior to joining Halkin, Sarah worked for a global executive search and strategic advisory firm for the Leadership, Talent and Human Capital Consulting markets.

Before this, she led the graduate and training function for a global recruitment firm which was one of the few to successfully IPO. She also headed up the Research function successfully running many client led mandates.

Sarah has a degree in Modern Languages from Newcastle and holds a Licence-ès-Lettres from the Université de Bourgogne. She is bilingual in Spanish and speaks fluent French.

Jonathan is an associate specialising in advising on corporate mandates with a focus on M&A and Private Equity as well as Venture Capital and Capital Markets. Jonathan graduated from The University of Durham with a BA in History and an MA in Classics. This has allowed him to develop a strong skill set in the written and communication areas.

Nick is a Partner at the Halkin Partnership. Prior to joining Halkin, he worked at one of the leading legal recruitment boutiques. Nick trained and qualified at a Top 40 Law firm where he focussed on corporate finance law. He was admitted to the roll in 2009.

Nick focusses predominantly on placing partners and senior associates into corporate finance and he advises both leading UK and US law firms on their hiring strategies. Nick read English Literature at the University of Newcastle

Isabelle is an Associate at the Halkin Partnership and she specialises in advising lawyers in the investment funds sector across a variety of asset classes. Before joining the firm, she earned a Law degree from the University of Lincoln and gained invaluable experience at a global law firm working in legal operations.

Isabelle’s background equips her to assist clients and candidates with great interpersonal skills and aids in her commitment to staying informed about developments in the investment funds space.

Gordon Gooding established Halkin in 2008 to focus on delivering exceptional mandates and high-quality client service.

Prior to forming Halkin, he oversaw the Corporate team at a legal executive search boutique where he placed Partners, Senior Associates and General Counsel. Before this, he gained additional expertise at a global recruitment firm where he established its legal practice.

With over twenty years’ experience, Gordon has executed numerous searches across London, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Under his leadership, the firm has built a strong presence in London, and Gordon has supported a range of leaders in building their law firms and organisations.

Gordon is passionate about ensuring Halkin’s partners have access to the best possible talent irrespective of ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background. He is a strong advocate of diversity including social mobility, which he feels leads to a more inclusive and dynamic working environment, avoids one-dimensional thinking and thus creates conditions for improved financial performance. Gordon aligned Halkin with the diversity platform The Amos Bursary to offer a mentoring scheme for black students. In so doing, we ensure talented people of African and Caribbean descent have the opportunity to excel in education and beyond.

Gordon has created a team that is focused on providing a memorable and attentive service to both clients and Halkin’s extensive Talent Network. This, coupled up with a working culture built on learning and collaboration,  is what makes Halkin a reputable firm within the Legal sector.

Charlie H is an Associate who specialises in advising Partners and Associates in the Financial Services and Regulatory sector as well as Trainees on their transition into NQ roles. Charlie graduated from the University of Liverpool with a degree in Marketing before joining the Halkin Partnership as a Research Associate which allowed him to develop a broad spectrum of business and communication skills.

Tom is a Partner at Halkin who is responsible for spearheading the Financial Services Regulation and Funds practices at Halkin. With a strong background of cultivating connections and fostering talent, Tom has an impressive track record of successfully placing Partners and Associates in the UK and internationally within these sectors. His passion for this field is evident through his extensive expertise in FinTech, Payments, ESG, and Funds, as well as his keen understanding of their interplay within the Financial Services Regulatory landscape.
Prior to Halkin, Tom gained international experience whilst working in the Sales and Marketing department of a B2B consumer goods company. He also worked for the Global Infrastructure Finance department of a leading accountancy firm. Tom attended the University of Bath, where he earned a Bachelor of Sciences in Social Sciences.

Alisha is a Partner at Halkin and leads the Corporate practice with a strong track record in advising Private Equity and M&A (public and private) lawyers. Alisha has experience advising both partners and associates with a particular interest in the E&I and technology sectors.

Alisha additionally plays an integral part in the growth of the business through leading the Halkin Academy. Prior to joining Halkin, Alisha graduated from a Russell Group university with a bachelor’s degree in law.

Prior to Halkin, Charlie studied the GDL in Manchester equipping him with broad legal knowledge which enables him to tailor his approach effectively to individual client needs. He since joined Halkin as a Research Associate and has worked his way up to Senior Associate. Charlie has a plethora of experience dealing with the Financial Services Regulation and ESG sectors and a proven track record in supporting and securing mandates, as well as providing trusted advice to international clients. Charlie works at both the Associate and Partner level with the ability to provide specialist and tailored advice across his sectors.

Cristina first joined Halkin as the Team Assistant and has since progressed to Office Manager and looking after the Partners as their Personal Assistant. Acting as one half of the glue that holds the team together, Cristina provides high level administrative support, and her work extends to business development projects, event management as well as contributing to the effectiveness and success of the wider team and Partners.

Nick is a Partner at Halkin and has a particular focus on legal recruitment into US law firms with a specialist focus on Private Equity and Corporate M&A.

Nick has worked in private practice legal recruitment for almost 15 years, with a proven track record of placing Associates and Partners.

Prior to becoming a recruiter, Nick was a Private Equity M&A lawyer at a leading Silver Circle law firm, and he also worked previously as a corporate advisor representing CEOs and Managing Directors on the sale of their businesses. Nick studied Law at the University of Birmingham.

Adrian joined Halkin as a Research Associate. Prior to joining Halkin, he graduated from the University of Liverpool with a First Class Honours in Law. During his time at university, Adrian developed a broad understanding of the various legal sectors he studied, with a particular interest in alternative dispute resolution. He also gained international experience working in the in-house team of a major Singaporean oil and gas company, after which he continued his legal studies at the City University of Hong Kong. Upon returning from Hong Kong, Adrian further pursued his interest in alternative dispute resolution at the Arbitration Academy in Paris during its 2021 session.

Presently, he is focusing on Halkin’s core areas which encompass Corporate, Banking and Finance, Investments Funds, and Financial Services Regulatory as a Research Lead & Team Assistant.

Cameron is an associate specialising in advising on corporate mandates with a focus on M&A and private equity. He also advises on banking and finance mandates, with a particular emphasis on restructuring and insolvency, and leveraged finance.

Cameron joined Halkin as a Research Associate, bringing with him valuable experience from running a rum distillery in Surrey. Leveraging his strong interpersonal skills and commercial acumen, Cameron guides associates in realising their immediate and long-term career aspirations. He holds a degree in History from the University of Leicester, and his longstanding interest in acting elevates his ability to cultivate relationships and deliver a comprehensive service to both associates and clients.