William Smith

William Smith currently serves as the Assistant General Counsel for Heidrick & Struggles, focusing on the Global On-Demand Talent segment. Smith's experience includes a decade at Business Talent Group, culminating as General Counsel, overseeing legal and risk management functions, data privacy compliance, and strategic transactions. Smith's earlier roles include positions as Corporate Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, and various client service roles. Additionally, Smith interned at the U.S. Embassy in London and worked as a legal assistant and law clerk. Smith holds a Juris Doctor degree from The University of Texas School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Cambridge.