Wednesday 19 April 2023. 1.00pm-2.30pm, Online
This virtual panel discussion and Q&A is aimed at solicitors across all levels of PQE considering a return to practice after a career break. The expert panellists will share advice and insider tips on how to navigate a successful return to work.
This session will be facilitated by Husnara Begum, a former City lawyer turned career coach and business skills trainer. Husnara will be joined by recruitment and resourcing experts who have extensive experience working with and supporting returners.
Panellists:
- Lisa Unwin, Careers expert, co-founder, and CEO of Reignite Academy
The Reignite Academy provides opportunities and support for lawyers who are returning to the profession after a career hiatus or break.
- Dana Denis-Smith, CEO, Obelisk Support, Founder, First 100 Years; Law Society Council Member
Obelisk Support creates opportunities for legal professionals who want to work flexibly.
- James Lewindon, Head of Legal Resourcing UK, Konexo UK
Konexo is Eversheds Sutherland’s alternative legal and compliance services division, supporting clients across the UK, US, Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. It operates a flexible resourcing model offering the opportunity to choose how and when you work.
- Geraldine Kelm, Head of Vario Flexible Services
Vario is an integrated part of the wider Pinsent Masons law firm, providing a range of professional services that include freelance lawyer provision, diversity & inclusion consultancy, legal project management, legal technology consultancy and managed legal services. Vario operates a freelance/consultancy model.
