In this episode of Talent Talks, host Dan Maisey talks to Andrew Nixon, Head of Sports and Esports at the law firm Sheridans. We discuss everything around hiring and recruitment as it relates to sports law, delving into various the importance of cultural fit, technical skill sets, and cognitive diversity.
Andrew also shares insights on the recruitment process, lessons learned, and the impact of technology in recruitment.
The conversation highlights the value of taking time for recruitment, the role of cognitive diversity, and the significance of understanding the culture of a firm in the recruitment process.
00:00 Welcome to Talent Talks: Unveiling the World of Hiring
00:31 Spotlight on Andrew Nixon: Sports Law and Recruitment Expertise
01:35 The Art and Science of Recruitment: Insights from Andrew Nixon
04:23 Cultural Fit vs. Technical Skills: Balancing the Scales in Hiring
07:50 Evolving Recruitment Strategies: The Sheridan's Approach
10:22 The Role of Testing in Recruitment: A Deeper Dive
13:43 Embracing Cognitive Diversity in the Legal Sector
16:56 Learning from Recruitment Mistakes: A Candid Reflection
22:46 Quick Fire Questions: Andrew Nixon's Take on Recruitment
26:49 Closing Thoughts and Goodbyes
