Our Team

Gareth Dowse

Gareth Dowse represents International Law Firms and predominately fee-earning solicitors in APAC including global candidates looking to relocate to the region.


We have successfully assisted Associates, Counsels and Partners with securing new roles in Hong Kong, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo and Seoul. We have growing connections with Australia, UAE, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom.

Gareth has also represented Professional Support Lawyers, Knowledge Lawyers and Compliance and Risk Management lawyers.

Gareth has built longstanding relationships over the last decade, and works with every major International and Domestic Law Firms in our target jurisdictions.

Gareth’s Experience

  • Gareth offers an exceptional recruitment experience - he is professional, diligent and communicative. He provides excellent guidance throughout the recruitment process and is consistently available to assist in any way. His straightforward and highly responsive approach makes him a real asset to candidates and firms, and he is highly attuned to the SEA legal market. Gareth's in-depth knowledge, expertise and professionalism make him an excellent and highly recommended recruiter.

    Senior Associate, Derivatives • Magic Circle Firm

  • Gareth was very friendly, encouraging and professional throughout the entire recruitment process. I was highly impressed by his professionalism, diligence and excellent knowledge about the field, as he constantly shared with me important interview tips and preparation skills. He was also very responsive in providing great advice to all my questions. It has been a real pleasure working with him and I would definitely recommend Gareth.

    Associate, Corporate • Magic Circle Firm

  • Gareth was instrumental in helping me secure an associate position with a top tier white shoe firm. His strong connections with employers, professionalism and industry expertise gave me a decisive advantage in securing the role. Gareth is approachable, personable and reassuring - traits which make you feel you're in good hands. He is an absolutely stellar recruiter, and you can't go wrong with Gareth!

    Partner, Asset Finance • Silver Circle Firm

  • Gareth is a true superstar in the field. He is always knowledgeable about the field, is approachable, friendly and highly organized. Gareth always acts with the utmost professionalism and is someone I would highly recommend.

    Counsel, Dispute Resolution • Offshore Firm