Partner Search
Partner search begins before the shortlist.
Each mandate is grounded in precise market knowledge — from individual partner hires to complex team moves. PRIMEUR works where direct research and sector relationships can materially improve the outcome.
The approach
Advice tailored to the shape of a partner move.
Each mandate is informed by the market around it: firm strategy, practice dynamics, partner economics, long-term relationships and the timing of the search.
01 / Partner Search
Confidential partner search.
Targeted identification and discreet engagement around senior lateral partner moves, with attention to platform, practice, timing and the strategic rationale behind the hire.
02 / Team Moves
Partner team moves.
Advice and execution around partner groups moving together, with care around team dynamics, client relationships and the commercial case for the move.
03 / Practice Build-Outs
Strategic practice build-outs.
Longer-term search and market mapping for firms strengthening priority practices, building new platforms or entering new areas with intent.
04 / Market Intelligence
Market intelligence before approach.
Detailed intelligence on firms, partners, practice dynamics and competitive positioning — allowing a search to start from an informed position.
Confidential mandate
A search should begin with the question behind the hire.
Discuss a growth plan, a current mandate or a specific market question in confidence.