“ Flex Legal was born in 2016 with a clear mission: to help provide opportunities to enhance careers and change lives.”
Mary Bonsor, Founder
About Flex
Meet the Flex Legal team
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Louise Anderson
Head of Innovation
I joined Flex Legal in 2020 and I've been proud to be part of the growth story ever since! Prior to Flex Legal, I worked in a number of roles for a large retailer. I love to travel, try new health fads and care for my demanding cockapoo, Ralph.
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Mary Bonsor
Founder
I'm Mary, the founder of Flex Legal. I previously worked as a property litigation solicitor at a City law firm. I now spend a lot of my time meeting with new clients and focusing on Flex Legal's vision. I love hearing people's stories and career journeys so do get in touch!
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Andy Christie
Head of Marketing
I joined the Flex team as Head of Marketing in May 2022, continuing a legal sector marketing career which has taken me to organisations including the Bar Council and Thomson Reuters Legal. I’ve also previously led marketing teams at companies in the education and HR sectors. Outside of work you’ll find me being bossed around by my three young children.
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Emily Crisp
Client Account Manager
I'm Emily and I joined Flex as a Client Account Manager in March 2024. Previously, I have worked as an Account Manager in the Alternative Legal Services space, focusing on flexible resourcing within private practice clients. In addition to this, I have significant experience working in agency recruitment, where I assisted organisations across a variety of sectors, including legal, change and transformation and human resources.
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Olivia Collicott
Head of Trainee Success
Hi, I'm Olivia and I joined Flex in June 2022, firstly as a Client Services Manager. I have now moved to join the Flex Trainee team as our Flex Trainee Success Manager. Prior to joining Flex, I worked in legal recruitment and have 8 years experience of working with a variety of in-house teams (and some very cool businesses!) across the UK.
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Rosa Daymond
Flex Trainee Success Manager
Hi, I'm Rosa, and I joined Flex as Flex Trainee Success Associate in April 2024. Prior to Flex, I completed my Masters in Law and moved on to specialise in People Operations within the Renewable Energy Industry. Now I spend my days ensuring the success of our Trainee Scheme. I enjoy travelling and interior design!
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Reenie Fordjour
Senior Success Associate
Hi, I'm Reenie, and I joined Flex as a Senior Success Associate in December 2022. Prior to Flex, I studied History and English. Now I spend my days supporting our clients find the best interim support, and outside of work I like to play netball and sew.
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Kate Gaskell
CEO
I'm Kate and I have been working in the legal sector for nearly 20 years. I worked at Magic and Silver Circle firms in London and Sydney, and then was a director at LexisNexis before joining Flex Legal in April 2022. I'm passionate about people - their development, wellbeing and ability to do work that fulfils them. I'm thoroughly kept on my toes by my two daughters (best and most unreasonable 'bosses' I've ever had!).
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Lizzie Grayson
Paralegal Acquisition & Engagement Manager
Hi, I’m Lizzie, I joined Flex as an Associate in October 2022. Prior to Flex, I studied my LLB (Hons) with the University of Cumbria, and have since completed the Bar Course element of my LLM in Legal Practice whilst working full-time. Now, I spend my days as a Paralegal Acquisition & Engagement Manager, and I love working with our paralegals to help them find fabulous placements. Outside of work, I have a taste for scotch whiskey, cooking great food, exploring historical places.
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Sophie Gould
Flex Trainee Ambassador
I'm the Flex Trainee Ambassador at Flex Legal and have over 25 years' experience in the legal sector. Most notably, I have worked as a corporate commercial lawyer in the city, and as the Head of Legal for various media companies.
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Onyi Kaine-Ejimogu
Lawyer Engagement Senior Associate
Hi, I'm Onyi and I joined Flex after graduating with a Law degree in 2023. As a Lawyer Engagement Senior Associate, I'm hoping to gain some commercial and legal experience. Outside of work, you can find me studying the Bar Course LLM, reading or painting.
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Amy Mellors
Paralegal Acquisition and Engagement Associate
Hi, I'm Amy, and I joined Flex as a Success Associate in November 2024. Prior to Flex, I completed my BA Hons in Criminology, GDL and LPC LLM, before heading off to Australia for a gap year. Now I spend my days helping new paralegals build their profiles, supporting them whilst they’re working with us, and matching clients with paralegals. Outside of work I enjoy running, cooking, travelling and live music!
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Emma McDowell
Head of Client Delivery
I joined Flex Legal as its first employee in March 2017, and previously worked as a banking and finance solicitor at an international law firm. My experience means I fully understand our client's needs - and can make sure everyone is happy!
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Ellie Murray McNeive
Head of Talent
I’m Ellie, the Talent Manager; I manage all things recruitment, assessment and training for our Flex Trainees and On Demand pool. Before Flex I had a varied career, starting in teaching and, most recently, leading the Client Relations team at a Family Law Firm.
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Diana Mihalova
Paralegal Acquisition and Engagement Senior Associate
Hi, I'm Diana, and I joined Flex as an Associate in July 2024. Prior to Flex, I studied my SQE1 and was a Legal Solutions Specialist at Freshfields through Flex Legal. Now I spend my days speaking and helping our paralegals who are trying to grow in their legal career. Outside of work I like to bake!
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James Moore
CTO
I co-founded Flex Legal back in May 2016, and am a software engineer by training. I previously played a pivotal senior role in turning a small tech startup into a multinational market leader. I now work closely with the tech team at Flex Legal and make our platform the best it can be.
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Aoife Mulcahy
Lawyer Engagement Senior Manager
Hi, I’m Aoife! I’m an Engagement Senior Manager in the Lawyers team at Flex Legal, where I help our in-house and private practice clients with their interim lawyer needs. Before joining Flex, I built a strong reputation in permanent legal recruitment at top agencies. Joining Flex feels like a full-circle moment: I was a paralegal through the platform myself years ago! I’m passionate about working for a purpose-driven ALSP committed to improving access to and diversity within the legal profession.
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Richard Nicholls
Senior Developer
I have been working as a Senior Developer for Flex Legal since August 2018. I spend my days pushing buttons to make the tiny lights in this metal box display in just the right pattern. It makes me and other people happy.
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Muibudeen Obot
Lawyer Engagement Senior Associate
Hi, I’m Muibudeen and I am a Lawyer Engagement Senior Associate at Flex. I completed my Law degree in 2021 and recently joined Flex to gain more commercial and legal experience. I enjoy playing football and reading manga.
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Sally-Ann O'Kane
Marketing Manager
Hi, I'm Sally! I joined Flex Legal as a Marketing Coordinator in August 2021, hoping to spread the word about Flex and all the good work we do. In 2024, I became the Marketing Manager and feeling super excited to lead the team to achieve even more marketing magic.
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Elena Pitsillides
Head of On-Demand and Legal Counsel
I'm Elena and have been with Flex Legal since December 2020, taking on the dual role of Head of On-Demand & Legal Counsel. I have previously worked as a qualified solicitor at a number of well-known firms.
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Sophie Price
Business Operations Manager
Hi, I'm Sophie and I have been an Executive Assistant at Flex Legal since November 2020. I've previously worked in the luxury fashion and drinks industries and am now here to support the Flex management team and provide HR assistance.
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Ben Rogers
Senior Developer
I have been working as a Senior Developer at Flex Legal since October 2018, and have previously worked on large websites such as Jobsite and BBC Online. I work closely with the tech team to improve the technology behind the Flex Legal platform.
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Damian Sims
Head of Finance
I've been working for Flex Legal since April 2019 and look after everything finance related. Before Flex Legal, I spent five years building and scaling finance and commercial functions at several high-growth start-ups. I'm also working (very) remotely in New Zealand!
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Arran Taylor
Client Account Executive
Hi I'm Arran and I joined Flex Legal in late 2023 as the first SDR in the growing sales function soon after graduating from UCL and completing a Sales Academy. I am passionate about my role at Flex seeking out new clients and sharing more about the fantastic services we offer.
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Ashy Venkatrajulu
Lawyer Engagement Manager
Hi, I'm Ashy and I joined Flex as Lawyer Engagement Manager in July 2023. Prior to Flex, I completed my LLB and LPC and worked as paralegal through Flex. Now I spend my days creating and filling client requests for lawyers and manage the success of projects, and outside of work I like to run and read while working my way around every amazing restaurant in London!
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