Specialist Legal Recruitment for Private Practice & In-House Teams
Where lawyers meet their right fit.
We know that a career isn't just about a job title. It's about the environment, the people and the fit. That's why we place lawyers thoughtfully, whether in private practice or in-house.
Specialist Legal Recruitment for Private Practice & In-House Teams
Where lawyers meet their right fit.
We know that a career isn't just about a job title. It's about the environment, the people and the fit. That's why we place lawyers thoughtfully, whether in private practice or in-house.
Our services
We listen first and place second, making sure each move is the right one.
Every placement starts with understanding what matters to you. Some lawyers thrive in high-growth firms, others excel in in-house environments. We specialise in both, and in the practice areas that drive business forward.
We like to start with coffee before your CV ever lands on a client’s desk.
Dispute Resolution
Corporate (M&A, PE)
Banking & Finance
Investment Funds
Capital Markets
Capital Markets
Restructuring and Insolvency
Restructuring and Insolvency
Capital Markets
Restructuring and Insolvency
Shipping, International Trade and Aviation
Technology and Data Protection
About
Behind Ember
Emily Tan
Founder and Director
Based in Singapore, Emily brings over 12 years of experience recruiting for local, UK, US and offshore law firms, as well as in-house legal teams, with a dedicated focus on the Singapore market. She believes the best hires are shaped by more than what is on paper.
The insight sparked Ember, where we are dedicated to matching lawyers with roles where they can truly succeed.
Emily Tan
Founder and Director
Testimonials
Testimonials
In their words.
In their words.
Candidates
Clients
"Over the course of my career, Emily has twice placed me in companies where I thrived. The results speak for themselves. Both placements resulted in significant uplifts in salary and job scope. I believe that much of my current job satisfaction is in no small part down to her efforts.As a result, I view Emily as more than just a recruiter. To me, she is a trusted advisor. I am fortunate to have heeded her advice on roles - both to take up, and to avoid."
Legal Lead
Southeast Asia–based technology company
"Emily is an efficient recruiter who doesn't waste a second of your time. She is reliable; if she says she’ll follow up by a certain time, she does and provides relevant feedback and information. I especially appreciated her realistic approach to job expectations and her commitment to and responsiveness in keeping me informed every step of the way."
Associate, Asset Finance
UK law firm
"Emily is encouraging and is really resourceful when it comes to exploring new opportunities in the market. This had led to my first career move. She is also really easy to talk to, and is very transparent and honest when it comes to the job opportunities presented, which allows you to be keenly aware of the job and expectations of the role, when submitting your application. Overall, my experience with Emily has been positive and I've enjoyed working with her!"
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
UK Law firm
"I had a fantastic experience working with Emily. From our first call, she provided valuable insights into the role, the company profile, and hiring manager’s expectations. She took the time to understand what I was looking for and offered helpful guidance throughout the process. Her support made it easier for me to express my interest in the role and approach the interview with more confidence. Thanks to her expertise and genuine care, I’m now in a position that truly suits my personality and professional goals."
Legal Counsel
US MNC
"Working with Emily was an exceptional experience. She is proactive and responsive, understood my goals perfectly and guided me to a role that’s an excellent fit. I’m very grateful for Emily’s support and highly recommend her to any legal professional seeking career growth and opportunities."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
US law firm
"I’ve had nothing but pleasant experiences working with Emily! She’s very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Any time I had questions about the market, news or insights, Emily had reliable and sound intel and advice. Emily has helped place me in two roles in my career and knew exactly what I was looking for as well as what firm would be a good place for me too. I’ve always felt well placed with her and know that I’ll be in good hands."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
Offshore law firm
"Emily took the time to understand what I was looking for and guided me with practical, honest advice at every stage — from interview prep to navigating offers. Her deep understanding of the legal market and the nuances of different firm cultures really lent clarity and confidence to my decisions. I truly appreciated how supportive and genuine she was in helping me find the right long-term fit. Thanks to her guidance, I ended up in a role that suits me perfectly."
Associate, Asset Finance
UK law firm
Candidates
Clients
"Over the course of my career, Emily has twice placed me in companies where I thrived. The results speak for themselves. Both placements resulted in significant uplifts in salary and job scope. I believe that much of my current job satisfaction is in no small part down to her efforts.As a result, I view Emily as more than just a recruiter. To me, she is a trusted advisor. I am fortunate to have heeded her advice on roles - both to take up, and to avoid."
Legal Lead
Southeast Asia–based technology company
"Emily is an efficient recruiter who doesn't waste a second of your time. She is reliable; if she says she’ll follow up by a certain time, she does and provides relevant feedback and information. I especially appreciated her realistic approach to job expectations and her commitment to and responsiveness in keeping me informed every step of the way."
Associate, Asset Finance
UK law firm
"Emily is encouraging and is really resourceful when it comes to exploring new opportunities in the market. This had led to my first career move. She is also really easy to talk to, and is very transparent and honest when it comes to the job opportunities presented, which allows you to be keenly aware of the job and expectations of the role, when submitting your application. Overall, my experience with Emily has been positive and I've enjoyed working with her!"
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
UK Law firm
"I had a fantastic experience working with Emily. From our first call, she provided valuable insights into the role, the company profile, and hiring manager’s expectations. She took the time to understand what I was looking for and offered helpful guidance throughout the process. Her support made it easier for me to express my interest in the role and approach the interview with more confidence. Thanks to her expertise and genuine care, I’m now in a position that truly suits my personality and professional goals."
Legal Counsel
US MNC
"Working with Emily was an exceptional experience. She is proactive and responsive, understood my goals perfectly and guided me to a role that’s an excellent fit. I’m very grateful for Emily’s support and highly recommend her to any legal professional seeking career growth and opportunities."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
US law firm
"I’ve had nothing but pleasant experiences working with Emily! She’s very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Any time I had questions about the market, news or insights, Emily had reliable and sound intel and advice. Emily has helped place me in two roles in my career and knew exactly what I was looking for as well as what firm would be a good place for me too. I’ve always felt well placed with her and know that I’ll be in good hands."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
Offshore law firm
"Emily took the time to understand what I was looking for and guided me with practical, honest advice at every stage — from interview prep to navigating offers. Her deep understanding of the legal market and the nuances of different firm cultures really lent clarity and confidence to my decisions. I truly appreciated how supportive and genuine she was in helping me find the right long-term fit. Thanks to her guidance, I ended up in a role that suits me perfectly."
Associate, Asset Finance
UK law firm
Candidates
Clients
"Over the course of my career, Emily has twice placed me in companies where I thrived. The results speak for themselves. Both placements resulted in significant uplifts in salary and job scope. I believe that much of my current job satisfaction is in no small part down to her efforts.As a result, I view Emily as more than just a recruiter. To me, she is a trusted advisor. I am fortunate to have heeded her advice on roles - both to take up, and to avoid."
Legal Lead
Southeast Asia–based technology company
"Emily is an efficient recruiter who doesn't waste a second of your time. She is reliable; if she says she’ll follow up by a certain time, she does and provides relevant feedback and information. I especially appreciated her realistic approach to job expectations and her commitment to and responsiveness in keeping me informed every step of the way."
Associate, Asset Finance
Southeast Asia–based technology company
"Emily is encouraging and is really resourceful when it comes to exploring new opportunities in the market. This had led to my first career move. She is also really easy to talk to, and is very transparent and honest when it comes to the job opportunities presented, which allows you to be keenly aware of the job and expectations of the role, when submitting your application. Overall, my experience with Emily has been positive and I've enjoyed working with her!"
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
UK Law firm
"I had a fantastic experience working with Emily. From our first call, she provided valuable insights into the role, the company profile, and hiring manager’s expectations. She took the time to understand what I was looking for and offered helpful guidance throughout the process. Her support made it easier for me to express my interest in the role and approach the interview with more confidence. Thanks to her expertise and genuine care, I’m now in a position that truly suits my personality and professional goals."
Legal Counsel
US MNC
"Working with Emily was an exceptional experience. She is proactive and responsive, understood my goals perfectly and guided me to a role that’s an excellent fit. I’m very grateful for Emily’s support and highly recommend her to any legal professional seeking career growth and opportunities."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
US law firm
"I’ve had nothing but pleasant experiences working with Emily! She’s very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Any time I had questions about the market, news or insights, Emily had reliable and sound intel and advice. Emily has helped place me in two roles in my career and knew exactly what I was looking for as well as what firm would be a good place for me too. I’ve always felt well placed with her and know that I’ll be in good hands."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
Offshore law firm
"Emily took the time to understand what I was looking for and guided me with practical, honest advice at every stage — from interview prep to navigating offers. Her deep understanding of the legal market and the nuances of different firm cultures really lent clarity and confidence to my decisions. I truly appreciated how supportive and genuine she was in helping me find the right long-term fit. Thanks to her guidance, I ended up in a role that suits me perfectly."
Associate, Asset Finance
UK law firm
Candidates
Clients
"Over the course of my career, Emily has twice placed me in companies where I thrived. The results speak for themselves. Both placements resulted in significant uplifts in salary and job scope. I believe that much of my current job satisfaction is in no small part down to her efforts.As a result, I view Emily as more than just a recruiter. To me, she is a trusted advisor. I am fortunate to have heeded her advice on roles - both to take up, and to avoid."
Legal Lead
Southeast Asia–based technology company
"Emily is an efficient recruiter who doesn't waste a second of your time. She is reliable; if she says she’ll follow up by a certain time, she does and provides relevant feedback and information. I especially appreciated her realistic approach to job expectations and her commitment to and responsiveness in keeping me informed every step of the way."
Associate, Asset Finance
Southeast Asia–based technology company
"Emily is encouraging and is really resourceful when it comes to exploring new opportunities in the market. This had led to my first career move. She is also really easy to talk to, and is very transparent and honest when it comes to the job opportunities presented, which allows you to be keenly aware of the job and expectations of the role, when submitting your application. Overall, my experience with Emily has been positive and I've enjoyed working with her!"
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
UK Law firm
"I had a fantastic experience working with Emily. From our first call, she provided valuable insights into the role, the company profile, and hiring manager’s expectations. She took the time to understand what I was looking for and offered helpful guidance throughout the process. Her support made it easier for me to express my interest in the role and approach the interview with more confidence. Thanks to her expertise and genuine care, I’m now in a position that truly suits my personality and professional goals."
Legal Counsel
US MNC
"Working with Emily was an exceptional experience. She is proactive and responsive, understood my goals perfectly and guided me to a role that’s an excellent fit. I’m very grateful for Emily’s support and highly recommend her to any legal professional seeking career growth and opportunities."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
US law firm
"I’ve had nothing but pleasant experiences working with Emily! She’s very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Any time I had questions about the market, news or insights, Emily had reliable and sound intel and advice. Emily has helped place me in two roles in my career and knew exactly what I was looking for as well as what firm would be a good place for me too. I’ve always felt well placed with her and know that I’ll be in good hands."
Associate, Corporate M&A/PE
Offshore law firm
"Emily took the time to understand what I was looking for and guided me with practical, honest advice at every stage — from interview prep to navigating offers. Her deep understanding of the legal market and the nuances of different firm cultures really lent clarity and confidence to my decisions. I truly appreciated how supportive and genuine she was in helping me find the right long-term fit. Thanks to her guidance, I ended up in a role that suits me perfectly."
Associate, Asset Finance
UK law firm
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