CASE STUDY – Rachel Crosbie

Joined nplaw in September 2013
Solicitor – Projects Team Lead

Tell us about your career journey

Qualified over 20 years ago through Aviva and a large regional practice in Norwich. Worked in a combination of private practices, and in house companies before joining nplaw.

Why did you choose to work at nplaw?

Opportunity, variety, to make a difference, not interested in becoming a partner. I wasn’t focused on just a large salary. Wanted to do something worthwhile with my legal skills and experience.

What do you enjoy most about your role?

My colleagues
The variety of work
Support
Flexibility

What is the biggest opportunity you have been given since joining nplaw?

Becoming a monitoring officer , one of 3 statutory roles at the council.

Are there any interesting projects/matters that you are working on at the moment?

Lots of different projects for clients.

What is the work/life balance and the wider culture like?

It has got better!

What do you do out of work and what is your proudest achievement out of work?

Being a mum!

What do you think are nplaw’s main selling points to attract new employees?

Ability to work part time and flexibly. Pension. Great team. Lovely boss who genuinely cares. Career opportunities. No back stabbing to climb a partnership pole.