They approached me through LinkedIn. I had a meeting with a Partner, at which it was decided that they did not have an immediate need and we should keep in touch. 14 months later, I was made redundant, and I made contact again. The same Partner set up a meeting with a junior Partner, and then a further phone meeting with another Partner. I am told they are preparing a business case to employ me, and this needs to be approved by the national lead Partner. I anxiously await the results...