George Molyneux Buckley
After graduating with a First Class Law degree, qualifying as a Chartered Legal Executive and spending almost 10 years in practice as an insurance lawyer, George chose to move into legal recruitment and has established himself as the only specialist recruiter of commercial insurance lawyers across the North and the Midlands. He was shortlisted for Recruitment/Talent Professional of the Year at the 2022 pro-manchester Made in Manchester Awards.
George recruits for all of the major insurance practices and has placed lawyers of all levels of seniority, at both Solicitor and Partner level. Whilst he has traditionally focused on exclusive instructions in the professional indemnity and property damage sectors, George has excellent knowledge and experience in all areas of non-injury insurance recruitment across the country. He prides himself on his highly supportive and non-salesy approach to recruitment.
As a Managing Consultant at Auston Legal, George Heads our practice in the North and the Midlands where he works closely with law firms and lawyers across various specialist insurance lines.
Outside of the office, George spends most of his free time playing, practicing or at least thinking about golf! He is a member at Ringway Golf Club in Altrincham, Cheshire, and plays off a scratch handicap. George also enjoys keeping fit, photography, drawing and reading.
Mobile: +44 7507 670 453
E-mail: George@Austonlegal.com
TESTIMONIALS
George sets a new bar in recruitment with his professionalism, diligence, and understanding of the roles on offer. Most importantly, he will do right by the candidate and work with them long term to find the right role for their next move. George has been fundamental in my most important career move to date, instilling confidence and championing me throughout. He is a huge credit to the industry.
Property & Liability Associate (Manchester)
I just wanted to thank you for all your support and guidance throughout this entire process. You made me feel relaxed at every stage and your advice and interview tips were key in my preparation for the interviews. You were proactive and transparent throughout the entire process and kept me fully updated, which was very much appreciated. I would have no hesitation in recommending you to others who are looking for a new role. Thanks again!
Commercial Insurance Solicitor (Manchester)
Looking at changing jobs for what ever reason can be a daunting experience as an employee. George’s knowledge of the legal market and assistance made the search, interview process and transition seamless. Thank you for your assistance.
Associate, Professional Indemnity (Bristol)
I just wanted to pass on my thanks to you for all of your help in securing my new role. You really listened to what I was looking for and because of that, you were able to suggest the right place for me. As it was I only needed to apply for one job, and it turned out to be the perfect one! Your advice when preparing for the interview was really useful and definitely helped.
Professional Liability Associate (Manchester)
George is obviously a legal recruitment consultant at the top of his game - that is clear from roles he is instructed on and the quality of firms he works with. From a candidate’s perspective, George is knowledgeable, approachable and accessible and is always available to provide support and advice. However, most impressive is George’s ability to manage the whole process of obtaining a new role, from start to finish, in confident, well-timed, and reassuring manner. I would not hesitate to recommend George to any lawyer looking for or considering a new challenge.
London Market & Global Risks Solicitor (London)
From the outset and to the very end George was responsive and effective in exploring available roles, giving me useful information and was by far and away the most diligent recruiter I have had the pleasure of dealing with.
Litigation (professional indemnity) Associate (Newcastle)
I had assumed it would be tricky to move firms at partner level, but George’s expert inside knowledge of the commercial insurance sector made the move easy. He provided excellent technical support in preparing for the interview, researching the firm and negotiating salary and his insight into the working environment of the firms was invaluable in ensuring that my new role is the right fit for me. I would recommend George to anyone looking for a new opportunity to develop their career.
Partner, Bolton