Andrew Skinner

Andrew graduated with a LLB (Hons) in 1987 and was admitted as a Barrister England & Wales in 1988 and a Solicitor England & Wales in 1990. He practiced law with a City law firm in London before relocating to Hong Kong in 1994 to manage Quarry Dougall (a leading UK Legal Recruitment company later acquired by TMP Worldwide, a US listed multinational).

Andrew was Managing Director of the Hong Kong office and set up the highly successful Singapore office. He drove and managed the business’s growth in Asia during this period of rapid expansion. In addition, he also launched QD Technology in Asia.  He was instrumental in the acquisition and subsequent management of this business. 

Following acquisition by TMP Worldwide, Andrew became Director Asia of the Legal and Banking & Financial Services divisions of TMP Executive Resourcing. 

Andrew co-founded ALS International with Anthony in 2002. He has unrivalled experience in the region recruiting in-house lawyers for major corporations as well as Partners and senior Associates for international and leading local law firms. Andrew also runs the Compliance team.

Andrew is married with 2 children and in his spare time, competes in triathlons, is a keen sailor and an ex rugby player. He is also the lead singer in a rock band.