Matthew Willmott
About Matthew Willmott
Matthew Willmott serves as the Director of the Associate Program at Spencer Stuart, a position he has held since 2020. He has a diverse background in education and lawyer talent management, having previously worked at Axiom in various roles and at Teach for America.
Current Role at Spencer Stuart
Matthew Willmott serves as the Director of the Associate Program at Spencer Stuart, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on managing and developing talent within the organization. His responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment and training processes for associates, ensuring that the program aligns with the company's strategic goals. His experience in talent management contributes to the effectiveness of the program.
Previous Experience at Axiom
Matthew Willmott has extensive experience at Axiom, where he held several positions from 2014 to 2020. He began as an Associate in Attorney Development, then progressed to Manager of Attorney Development, and later served as Senior Manager of Lawyer Talent. His final role at Axiom was Director of Lawyer Talent, where he managed initiatives related to lawyer recruitment and development. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in legal talent management.
Teaching Background
Matthew Willmott has a background in education, having worked as a Corps Member for Teach for America from 2011 to 2012. He taught in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and also served as a 4th Grade Bilingual Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools during the same period. This experience in the educational sector highlights his commitment to teaching and community engagement.
Educational Qualifications
Matthew Willmott holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from Stanford University. He also completed graduate coursework in Urban Bilingual Education at Cardinal Stritch University. Additionally, he earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Current Democracies: Nationalism, Federalism, and Multiculturalism from Universitat Pompeu Fabra. His educational background supports his professional roles in both education and talent management.
Early Education
Matthew Willmott completed his early education at Francis W. Parker School. This foundational education contributed to his academic and professional development, preparing him for his future studies and career.