Rob Hanna

Founder & Managing Director

UK, EMEA & US

[email protected]
M: +44 (0) 7843 233 525

Profile Overview

Rob is a leading figure in global legal talent solutions and content creation. He’s renowned for guiding legal professionals in achieving their career aspirations across various international regions. As a prominent legal recruiter, Rob is recognised as a LinkedIn Top Voice and is influential in shaping digital recruitment strategies.

He hosts the critically acclaimed Legally Speaking Podcast, powered by legal tech pioneer Clio, ranking in the top 1% of global podcasts and integrating innovative Web3 technologies. Rob’s entrepreneurial expertise extends beyond podcasting; he advises Recruitment & Legal Tech startups and contributes to best-selling legal texts. Additionally, he is a sought-after speaker.

Rob, a passionate advocate for mental health, diversity, and inclusion, actively collaborates with high-profile legal organisations such as The Law Society of England and Wales and the Society of Asian Lawyers, as well as non-profits like NRG Lawyers. He supports initiatives that bridge the metaverse and the mainstream. Proudly continuing his grandfather’s legacy in law, Rob combines professional excellence with a commitment to building a kinder, more collaborative community.

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Robert Hanna features in The Silicon Leaders 'Influential Leaders in Legal Services to Watch, 2024'

Prioritising Kindness, Inclusivity and Innovation: The Leadership Philosophy of Robert Hanna

The article delves into Robert’s journey in recruitment, heavily influenced by his late grandfather’s principles and values from the legal profession. This familial legacy inspired Hanna to establish KC Partners, a platform aiming to merge tradition with innovation, providing a nurturing environment for legal practitioners worldwide. KC Partners focuses on mentorship, empowering individuals, and fostering lasting connections within the legal sector. Robert stresses the significance of inclusivity and compassionate leadership.

Robert’s leadership philosophy at KC Partners is built on a foundation of kindness, innovation, and shaping a supportive culture where team members feel valued. Initiatives like the Legally Speaking Podcast and community events, aim to inspire, educate, and unite legal professionals globally while modernising legal talent acquisition. Robert’s collaboration with Clio on the Legally Speaking Podcast emphasises his commitment to elevating the field of legal and providing valuable resources for legal professionals worldwide.

In the article, Rob discusses:

  • Guided by Legacy
  • From Mentorship to Milestones
  • Leading with Empowerment
  • Uniting Legal Minds
  • Modernising Legal Talent Acquisition
  • The Power of Technology
  • The Learning Loop
  • Uplifting Underrepresented Voices
  • Network, Grow, Succeed
  • The Multi-Faceted Influence
  • Elevating Legal Discourse
  • Mindful Prioritisation
  • Maximising Your Impact


Read the full article here.

Specialisms

Recruitment, Contingent & Retained Search (Permanent, Fixed Term Contract & Interim), Podcasting, Legal Content, Legal Community Building.

Client and Candidate Reviews:

“Rob is an exceptionally talented entrepreneur, advisor and mentor. I had the pleasure of working with him in respect of my recent move and am truly impressed by his professionalism, diligence, responsiveness and expert knowledge of the legal industry. I also sincerely admire Rob’s genuine/determined approach to building long lasting relationships with his clients, by firstly taking his time to identify clients’ needs, and secondly catering for those needs by offering the best possible and tailored advice, with the aim of furthering the individual’s career development whilst adding value to the firm’s business progression. The combination of Rob’s technical expertise in legal search as well as the impressive extensive network he built, both in the City and globally, makes KC Partners an outstanding and trusted legal recruitment firm to work with.”

“Rob was great to work with; he was very attentive to my needs and what I was looking for in the next step in my career. He took the time to meet with me and get to know me so that he could recommend employers most suited to my skill set, goals and personality.”

“Rob and the KC team are different to other legal recruiters, they really have a bespoke and diligent service. Rob took the time out to frequently update via call / email and I really appreciate all the hard work put in to help me secure my new legal position.”

“I worked with Rob on several recruitment assignments and his fill rate was 100%. He is a ‘subject matter expert’ and this, combined with his intuitive understanding of the job brief and firm culture, meant that we received a pre-qualified shortlist of high calibre candidates. I could also rely on Rob to protect the brand and communicate issues positively to candidates when we experienced unavoidable delays to the process. His transparent and honest approach enabled us to build a true recruitment partnership resulting in a positive candidate experience and very happy internal stakeholders! Highly recommended.”

“Rob is a great recruiter to have on your side. He genuinely understands the legal market, which means he can offer informed recommendations for potential roles, CV preparation and interview tips. I found him very approachable and professional to deal with – he kept me updated and was always quick to respond to any queries. He made the whole recruitment process seem easy and got me the perfect role on a first attempt. I honestly couldn’t fault his service”

“Rob helped with the move to my new firm. During the process he demonstrated a good understanding of the legal marketplace, profession and competitors. Rob showed an awareness of the factors that may affect my decision and was able to assist both throughout the recruitment process and in the months since. Rob was great to work with and I would certainly recommend him to my peers.”

“I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Rob recently and I remain impressed with his professionalism, knowledge of the market and determination to offer the best possible service. He is someone that I would wholeheartedly recommend, particularly at a point in your life where you are navigating important career decisions. His advice is well thought out, unbiased and with a view to offer you the best possible opportunity. It has been a pleasure and I look forward to seeing flourish as you undoubtedly deserve it.”

Languages

  • Mother Tongue: English

Education

  • University of Leeds; BA Hons, Business Management (Industrial)
  • Oakham School; 1stXV Rugby (National School Boys, Daily Mail Cup Winner – 2003); 1stV Basketball (Captain)

Societies, Charities and Affiliations

Ambassador

Supporter

  • Mind
  • Womankind
  • The Hub
  • Oakham School

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Advisory Services

Robert runs a series of training, coaching and mentoring programmes for a wide range of business professionals through to entrepreneurs and start-up businesses.

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