In this episode of If You Ask Me, Hannah and Sarah speak to Marianne McJannett, employment law partner at Aberdein Considine, about building a legal career on her own terms.

Marianne shares the story of how she stepped into leadership unusually early, taking on major responsibility just months after qualifying, and how that shaped the way she thinks about confidence, networks and career development. She also talks candidly about using LinkedIn to raise her profile, build credibility and open doors, including how it supported her path to partnership.

The conversation also explores the reality of combining a demanding legal career with motherhood. Marianne reflects on returning from maternity leave, the adjustment of the first six months back, the importance of support at home and at work, and why becoming a parent sharpened her ambition rather than limiting it.

This is an honest and practical conversation about visibility, leadership, flexibility and what career progression can look like when you stop following the traditional script.