Advisory for Managing Partners and Leadership Teams

Some decisions can’t be delegated. Growth strategy, partner performance, firm direction, the calls that sit with the managing partner alone, often without anyone else in the building who can be fully honest about them.

Robin Johnson works directly with managing partners and senior leadership teams on exactly these decisions. He has no stake in the firm’s internal politics, which means the advice is shaped by what’s best for the firm, not by who it might upset.

HOW ROBIN SUPPORTS FIRMS

WHAT THIS COVERS

Retained or project-based engagement at firm level. Robin provides direct support on growth strategy, partner performance, firm direction, and the decisions that sit above the day-to-day.

This isn’t a fixed programme. Every engagement is shaped by what the firm is actually facing, whether that’s a specific problem that needs resolving or an ongoing relationship the managing partner can call on as things develop.

OUR CLIENTS

What this really looks like day to day

HOW THIS SHOWS UP IN PRACTICE

An ambitious, acquisitive mid-sized regional law firm had its highest-billing partner in active conversations with competitors. The managing partner identified the risk early and brought Robin in. More than ten years on, that partner is still with the firm, his role adjusted, his contribution undiminished. The intervention cost a fraction of what one month’s lost fees would have been.

Robin’s contribution to firmwide growth often centres on how people communicate with each other: real-time tracker systems to measure growth, partner performance benchmarking linked to appraisals, revenue and collection rates, charge-out rates. Meetings, recruitment processes and how financial data gets presented all come under review, configured to suit the leadership team in front of him.

ABOUT

WHY ROBIN

Robin built his career forming and running a multi-million pound branding and corporate communications agency in central London, working with clients including Deloitte. He sold the trading business in 2000 and moved into senior leadership advisory, bringing commercial operating experience that most people in this field don’t have.

He has supported more than 500 senior leaders across professional services and beyond, in more than 20 countries, over 25 years. Long-term and repeat relationships are the norm.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY AFTER THE WORK

Real Results From Real Clients

I recently had a mentoring session with Robin to talk about my next career goal, and I honestly came away feeling so inspired and motivated. Robin has such a wonderful way of listening, understanding where you’re at, and then guiding you with thoughtful, practical advice that really resonates. He helped me look at my career progression as Head of Conveyancing from a fresh perspective and gave me so much clarity on what steps I can take next. What I appreciate most about Robin is how approachable and genuine he is — he creates such a safe and open space to reflect, share ideas, and really think about what’s possible. I’m so grateful for his time, encouragement, and insight. It’s rare to find someone who not only supports your ambitions but also helps you believe in them even more yourself.

“Working with Robin was a great experience for our firm. He helped us achieve our growth goals and improve our performance and collaboration. Robin is insightful and honest. He is an excellent choice for anyone who needs to boost their business.”

“The best way to sum up working with Robin is he just ‘gets it’. He was great at understanding me and our business and was able to help me in areas where I didn’t even realise I needed it.”

Robin is a truly insightful business leader who shares critical guidance that comes from his depth of real-world experience and never from a textbook. His style is enthusiastic and he’s a great listener too. Beware though, as he’s always ready to pose difficult questions and offer constructive criticism, which I personally believe is one of the greatest motivators for change. Time spent with Robin always delivers a significant ROI. I highly recommend him.

I have spent a year working with Robin to expand my industry knowledge, gain insight into other company's best practice. Can't recommend highly enough.

Robin knows his market really well, and is highly effective at helping to bring clarity to difficult situations. I can't imagine anyone who wouldn't benefit from his insights. He's a star.

I was in the process of preparing for the sale and privatisation of a Government owned business. Due to the transformation I was taking the business through in preparation for sale I had formed a new executive team for the future in the private sector. In order to ensure the team was "match fit" for the sale process and beyond I needed to develop the individuals and the team as a whole. We chose Robin based on the customer feedback rating he has, the quality of his proposition/methodology and the personal connection he made with the team. His approach was very structured, and the outputs were well-received by us all. It made a positive difference to the ability of the team to sell the business in front of the buyers ultimately resulting in a very successful sale.

A CONFIDENTIAL FIRST CONVERSATION

LET'S TALK

If this is relevant to something you’re currently dealing with, the next step is a confidential conversation without obligation. There’s no sales process, just a chance to work out whether Robin’s involvement would add anything.

Every enquiry is treated in confidence from the outset. Share a few details below and Robin will respond personally, usually by email, with suitable times for an initial conversation.

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