Alison Waters

Alison Waters is a Project Manager at BarkerGilmore, where she plays a key role in the executive search process from its earliest stages. By collaborating closely with clients, Alison gains a deep understanding of their unique needs and ideal candidate profiles, ensuring a personalized, strategic approach to every search. She excels in leveraging diverse research platforms to identify high-quality candidates who not only meet but exceed client expectations.

Prior to joining BarkerGilmore, Alison built a distinguished 20+ year career in the legal field, specializing in corporate and transactional law. She has extensive experience working as a senior-level paralegal in both in-house and law firm environments. Alison's most recent role was at a leading fintech company, where she was pivotal in managing the company's real estate matters.

Career History

• Paralegal at BHG Financial, contributing to financial operations
• Senior Paralegal at Syracuse University, Office of University Counsel, providing advanced legal support within a higher education environment
• Senior Paralegal at Turning Stone Resort Casino, applying expertise in the gaming and hospitality sector
• Senior Paralegal at DICK'S Sporting Goods, providing legal support within the retail industry
• Senior Paralegal at O'Brien & Gere (OBG), contributing to engineering, design, and consultancy services

Alison earned her American Bar Association-accredited Certification in Paralegal Studies from Syracuse University and holds two associate degrees. She is a member of and has been a two-time guest speaker for the Paralegal Section of the Onondaga County Bar Association. Beyond her professional work, Alison is deeply committed to giving back to her community, volunteering with The Friends of Clark Reservation, serving as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America for over a decade, and volunteering as a coach for Fleet Feet's No Boundaries running program.

What Alison Waters could bring to her Project Manager role at BarkerGilmore: Her extensive 20+ year background as a senior paralegal across finance, higher education, gaming, retail, and engineering sectors provides invaluable insight into the specialized legal talent needs of diverse industries. Her hands-on experience managing complex corporate and transactional legal matters positions her to effectively identify high-quality candidates and understand the nuanced requirements of in-house and law firm legal roles. Her community involvement and demonstrated mentorship experience suggest she brings relationship-building acumen and collaborative strengths that enhance BarkerGilmore's client-centric search methodology.

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