Why choose Obelisk Support?

We understand not everyone wants to work for one company as a full-time employee. Whether you are looking to balance your professional and personal life, to develop a portfolio career or simply don’t want to be tied to set hours in one place, we are for you. Through established partnerships with blue-chip companies, growing businesses and large law firms, we can deploy you on interesting projects that make the most of your skills and experience.

Why do our legal consultants and paralegals choose to work through us?

We offer outstanding access to projects with dynamic legal teams, both in-house at large global corporations and growing businesses, and in private practice with large City firms.

Can I work flexibly as a legal consultant or paralegal?

With our commitment to flexible working, you can set your availability and tell us how you want to work. You have the freedom to take jobs that fit your interest and skills, as well as the hours you want.

Do I need to bring my own clients?

We don’t ask you to bring clients to us or do your own business development, so you can focus on the work that you enjoy.

How does onboarding work?

We will review your CV and be in touch to arrange an interview by telephone or video conference. We’ll also run background and reference checks, ask you to accept our terms & conditions and set you up on our platform so you’re ready to work.

Where does Obelisk Support rank amongst recruitments agencies?

Obelisk is a legal recruitment agency in that we hire flexible lawyers for roles both permanent and temporary. Join us for access to lawyer work, solicitor employment, paralegal jobs and much more...

The work you love.

In a way that works for you.

Be a Consultant

At Obelisk Support we believe that work should revolve around life – not the other way around. That’s why we help create flexible working opportunities that can work around your lifestyle.

Whether you are looking to balance your professional and personal life, to develop a portfolio career or simply don’t want to be tied to set hours in one place, we’re here to help you make the most of your skills and experience.

How it works

APPLY

Tell us about who you are and the kind of work you want to be doing.

ONBOARD

Once we’ve completed your interview and confirmed you’re a fit for Obelisk Support, you’ll be invited to join our community and build your profile.

MATCH

Our matching platform connects you with the right opportunities for your skillset.

WORK

We'll manage your engagements from start to finish, freeing you to focus on your expertise and career development.

Types of roles

Flexible legal work

Work that fits around your lifestyle and personal commitments.

Interim Placements

Short term assignments-full or part-time-for a set duration, letting you decide when to take on work.

Return to legal work

Flexible roles for those readjusting to law after a career break.

Paralegals

Flexible roles for career paralegals and aspiring solicitors.

Join our team

Who we
work with.

We partner with the UK’s largest law firms, FTSE 100 companies and legal teams in dynamic, growing businesses to help them to deliver better results, be more proactive and increase team effectiveness.

Since 2010, we have matched more than 2,000 consultants covering all practice areas and specialist skills. Our team works across multiple industries, from financial services, banking and retail to e-commerce, telecoms, and media.

Obelisk Connect consultant networking social

Informal networking & industry insights for our legal consultant & paralegal community

Join our regular networking socials. This is an opportunity to meet with your peers and catch up with some of the Obelisk HQ team over informal drinks and canapés, find out about new opportunities and gain insights into market trends in legal consulting.

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