
Officially recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026. Voted for by the people who matter most, our team.
Life at Buchanan
What’s it really like to work at Buchanan?
In their words
The team tell it better than we ever could
What sets Buchanan apart is that everyone has the opportunity to make an impact. Good ideas are listened to, hard work is recognised, and success feels shared across the business. It is a place where high standards matter, but so do the people behind them.

Buchanan has an exceptional culture and support system. The team is highly collaborative, with colleagues across different teams always approachable and willing to share their expertise. There is a genuine sense of teamwork across the business, which makes it an enjoyable and supportive place to work.

Buchanan gives you the opportunity to take ownership from day one. From building your own relationships with clients to having your opinions trusted and your input genuinely valued, you’re empowered to make an impact from the very start. They don’t just talk about supporting their people; they demonstrate it every day.

Career progression
Real journeys, made here
There is no fixed timeline and no glass ceiling. These are real progression stories from people who started where you are now.

I am the office lead for London. My role is to manage our different sales and support divisions to hit the businesses wider strategic aims.
- Associate — July 2014
- Senior Associate — June 2015
- Associate Director — July 2016
- Director — Feb 2021
- Executive Director — October 2022

I am the office lead for London. My role is to manage our different sales and support divisions to hit the businesses wider strategic aims.
- Associate — July 2014
- Senior Associate — June 2015
- Associate Director — July 2016
- Director — Feb 2021
- Executive Director — October 2022

Currently managing 3 business units (Spicepod, Calvin’s Team, Miami Client Team). Responsible for driving the revenue across these three groups
- Associate — July 2014
- Senior Associate — June 2015
- Associate Director — July 2016
- Director — Feb 2021
- Executive Director — October 2022
Our culture
Work hard, win together, never stand still
We are ambitious and collaborative in equal measure. The energy on the floor is real, and so is the camaraderie behind it.

Team socials & celebrations

Modern offices in three regions

Award nights

Training & development

Incentive trips
Glassdoor team rating
Would recommend Buchanan as a place to work
Global regions & growing
Internal promotions in the last 12 months
Global opportunities
Your career, without borders
With teams across the US, UK & Europe and the Middle East, Buchanan offers opportunities to build a truly international career. Our people relocate, launch new desks and grow their careers across global markets.
- Miami
- New York
- Washington D.C.
- London
- Dubai
- EMEA expansion


Growth plans
We are scaling — fast
We’re investing in new regions, expanding our specialist practice areas and backing the people who will lead them. Join us now and play a meaningful role in shaping Buchanan’s next chapter.
Learning, development & rewards
We invest in you from day one
Structured training, clear progression pathways and rewards that actually mean something. Here is what you can expect.
Mentoring that sticks
Every new joiner is paired with a senior mentor who is invested in your success, not just your numbers.
Clear progression pathways
Transparent promotion criteria from Consultant to Director. You always know exactly what the next step takes.
Incentives & rewards
Generous, uncapped bonuses, lunch clubs, weekend getaways and annual incentive trips for top performers.
Mentoring that sticks
Every new joiner is paired with a senior mentor who is invested in your success, not just your numbers.
Fast-track leadership
High performers are identified early and supported into team-lead and management roles ahead of the curve.
Wellbeing & balance
Workplace pension, hybrid working, enhanced leave and a culture that knows progress is a marathon, not a sprint.
Team insights
Straight from the floor
Joining Buchanan has given me the opportunity to build my own business while being surrounded by a supportive and collaborative team. The culture strikes the perfect balance between autonomy and support. You have the freedom to take ownership of your work, develop your own approach, and grow your desk, while always knowing your colleagues are there to share ideas, celebrate successes, and help each other succeed. One of the things I value most is that achievements are genuinely recognized and celebrated across the business, creating an environment where everyone wants to see each other do well. It’s an ambitious, entrepreneurial culture that makes coming to work every day genuinely enjoyable!

Buchanan welcomed me with open arms back in 2022, and I’ve genuinely never looked back.
As I approach my four-year anniversary on August 1, I can honestly say it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made. The opportunities I’ve had here have helped me build a great life for my two children and me, and for that I’ll always be incredibly grateful.
I’ve been fortunate to work alongside some of the best legal recruiters in the industry, who’ve challenged and supported me every step of the way. Buchanan has also given me the trust and freedom to build my own team, develop my own approach, and create a culture that’s become a second family.
I’m proud of what we’ve achieved together so far, and I’m excited for what’s still to come.

Buchanan Law represents one of the best first jobs I could have asked for. The community and environment that has been created is both collaborative and cutting edge in the recruitment field.
What I really like about Buchanan is that whilst competitive, mentorship is at the core of everything we do.
Buchanan has opened doors for me that I didn’t think a first job could. The rewards that come along with doing well are unmatched.
The development structure works smoothly with performance rewarded rather than time served – meritocracy at its finest.

Current opportunities
Internal roles open now
A snapshot of the roles we are hiring for across our regions. New positions are added regularly.
Associate – Legal Search
We’re a leading executive search and recruitment firm specialising in the legal sector, partnering with top law firms across the United States. Due to continued growth, we’re looking for an ambitious, entry-level Associate to join our Miami office.
Graduate Recruitment Consultant
We are a globally recognised executive search and recruitment firm specialising in private practice legal recruitment. With headquarters in London and an international office in Miami, we partner with many of the world’s leading law firms across North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Ready to make progress?
Internal roles open now
A snapshot of the roles we are hiring for across our regions. New positions are added regularly.

