The two recruiters for a global talent management consulting organization operating across 20+ countries needed support hiring temporary legal placements quickly. Qualified candidates were presented in a few days. TTF was just 4 days.
The Challenge
This global consulting organization supports clients worldwide through testing, assessment, and talent management solutions. They have been relying on Milliner for temporary placements for more than a decade.
With just two corporate recruiters supporting hiring across more than 20 countries, capacity is tightly managed. Their challenge isn’t a lack of recruiting expertise — it is time.
When urgent needs arise, particularly in specialized roles, the organization requires immediate, reliable support to avoid operational gaps.
In one notable example, a temporary placement proved to be such a strong fit that the individual later transitioned into a full-time role within another department, reinforcing confidence in both candidate quality and alignment.
Most recently, several transitions occurred within the Legal Department over a brief period. The roles were essential, timelines tight and expectations high.
I don’t want things sugarcoated. I want real conversations about salary, availability, expectations so nothing falls apart at the end. That transparency and communication are what make a recruiting partner like Milliner valuable.
The Solution
Milliner stepped in as an extension of the HR team and moved quickly. After the initial outreach from HR, three qualified candidates were presented and the Sr. Manager of Paralegal & Contracts position was filled in less than four days. The new hire began work less than a week after the initial conversation ensuring continuity during a critical period.
When the Legal Secretary position became vacant, the client again turned to Milliner. Drawing on familiarity with the organization’s department dynamics and expectations, Milliner identified and screened several candidates in just a week.
Interviews moved rapidly and the position was filled in just eight days.
In both cases, Milliner worked in close collaboration with the client’s recruiter: screening candidates, communicating clearly about expectations, and adapting quickly to changing priorities.
The Results
For organizations balancing rapid growth with lean internal teams, the right recruiting partner isn’t one that promises everything; it’s one that shows up when it matters most.
- A senior-level legal management role was filled within days
- A critical legal support role was filled in just over a week
- 3-to-4-day turnaround on urgent temporary needs
- Reduced workload pressure on a 2-person, global recruiting team
- Clear, direct communication throughout the process
- Successful conversion to full-time employment
Milliner Talent Solutions continues to serve as a dependable, relationship-driven partner, ready to step in, reduce friction, and support with speed and quality results.
