Posted: 16h ago
The role
US Private Practice | 100% Remote | Up to £60,000 Basic DOE
Are you a driven, ambitious legal recruiter ready to take on an exciting new market? Do you have the hunger to build something significant winning your own clients, placing top legal talent, and reaping the rewards of a genuinely generous commission structure? If so, this is a rare and compelling opportunity to join a thriving specialist agency at a pivotal point in its growth.
We are an established and highly regarded specialist legal recruitment agency, now expanding our reach into the US market. With a strong track record placing legal professionals across private practice law firms in the UK, we are looking for an experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant to spearhead our growth across US-based law firms. This is a fully remote role with real autonomy, exceptional earning potential, and the backing of a reputable agency behind you.
The Role
This is a true 360 billing role. You will be responsible for both winning new business with US private practice law firms and managing the full candidate sourcing and placement process. You will own your desk from day one building client relationships, taking detailed briefs, headhunting exceptional legal professionals at all levels of seniority, and closing deals. This is a role for a self-starter who thrives on both the commercial and candidate sides of recruitment.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively winning new business with private practice law firms across the US, building a client portfolio from the ground up.
Developing and nurturing long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted recruitment partner to law firms across a range of practice areas.
Taking detailed job briefs and providing expert market insight and advice to clients on hiring strategy, salary benchmarking, and candidate availability.
Sourcing high-quality legal professionals at all levels of seniority from newly qualified attorneys through to senior partners using headhunting, referrals, LinkedIn, and other sourcing channels.
Managing candidates expertly through the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a first-class experience from first contact to placement.
Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of both clients and candidates to ensure consistent billings.
Staying abreast of developments in the US legal market to position yourself as a credible and knowledgeable sector specialist.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
Has proven 360 recruitment experience, ideally within the legal sector or a professional services environment.
Has a demonstrable track record of winning new business and consistently billing against targets.
Is commercially astute, confident in client-facing situations, and comfortable leading business development conversations.
Has experience sourcing and placing candidates at varying levels of seniority, with strong headhunting and direct sourcing skills.
Has knowledge of or a genuine interest in the US legal market existing relationships with US law firms would be a significant advantage.
Is highly self-motivated and able to work independently in a fully remote environment, managing their own time and priorities effectively.
Has a history of billings that demonstrates consistent performance your track record will inform the salary offered within our range.
What We Offer
Basic salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience and billing history.
A highly competitive and transparent commission scheme your earnings will reflect the results you deliver.
100% remote working with complete flexibility over how and where you work.
The credibility and infrastructure of an established, well-respected agency behind every client conversation.
Access to existing databases, market intelligence, and recruitment tools to support your BD efforts.
A collaborative and ambitious team culture that celebrates success and supports growth.
Real autonomy to build and shape your own desk within an exciting and largely untapped market.
This Role Is Perfect For...
An experienced 360 legal recruiter looking for a fresh challenge in an exciting new market with real growth potential.
A high-billing consultant who wants the freedom of remote working without sacrificing earning potential or career progression.
A driven recruiter ready to take ownership of a desk and build something lasting in the US legal sector.
Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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