Camilla is the founder and managing director of Worthington Legal. Camilla has over 18 years of legal experience, initially as a lawyer in a top city law firm in London before moving to Hong Kong in 2014 with her family. Once in Hong Kong, Camilla worked for a leading boutique legal recruitment firm. Within three years, she had progressed to head of private practice, became a director and then took on the role of managing director.
As the managing director, Camilla led a team of consultants working across both the private practice and in-house sectors for top US, magic circle and international law firms, as well as investment banks, regulators, PE firms and large multi-national corporations.
Camilla is driven by people and is passionate about building long-lasting connections with clients and candidates alike. This is where she believes real value is added — getting to know people and truly understanding their goals and aspirations. Camilla’s pragmatic and professional approach to recruiting ensures the best results for both her clients and candidates, resulting in successful placements and long-lasting relationships.
Camilla presents at partner strategy meetings and advises on market trends and hiring strategies. She mentors lawyers at all career stages, both professionally and with the Women in Law Mentoring Programme. She is also a role model for ‘Inspiring Girls’, a Hong Kong career development charity that empowers girls from disadvantaged backgrounds and marginalised communities. Camilla is currently acquiring accreditation as an International Coach Federation Associate Certified Coach.
Camilla is married with three young children. She is a member of the Hong Kong Cricket Club netball team and also helps coach a junior netball team.
