Recruitment Consultant - Legal Sector Specialist
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Competitive Salary + Excellent Commission Structure to 30%
About Us
Our client t is a dynamic, specialist recruitment agency with a proud heritage dating back to 1970. As part of a well-established, stable, and global business, we are dedicated to connecting top-tier legal professionals with leading law firms and corporate legal departments across the UK. Based in the heart of Leeds, we are passionate about matching exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities in the legal sector.
The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and driven Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. While expertise in legal recruitment is advantageous, we welcome experienced recruiters from all sectors who demonstrate transferable skills and the potential to excel in our specialist legal market.
Unique Team Environment
1. Work within a collaborative and highly successful team
2. Be part of a well-established business with over 50 years of industry experience
3. Enjoy a flexible, supportive working environment that prioritizes your professional growth and work-life balance
4. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available to support your individual needs
Unique Mentorship Opportunity
The successful candidate will work directly alongside our top-performing recruitment consultant, who has consistently been the agency's highest biller for the past three years. This unparalleled mentorship provides an extraordinary opportunity to learn from an industry expert, accelerate your professional development, and fast-track your success in legal sector recruitment.
Comprehensive Back-Office Support
To enable you to focus on what you do best - building relationships and making placements - we provide full back-office support including:
5. Professional CV creation and formatting
6. Dedicated IT support to resolve technical issues quickly
7. Streamlined temporary staff payroll management
8. Comprehensive compliance and regulatory support
9. Marketing assistance to help build your personal and professional brand
10. Administrative support to minimize non-billable work
Key Responsibilities
11. Source, screen, and attract high-calibre legal professionals including solicitors, paralegals, and legal support staff
12. Develop and maintain strong relationships with law firms, corporate legal departments, and potential candidates
13. Conduct comprehensive candidate interviews and skills assessments
14. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial contact to successful placement
15. Develop and expand our candidate and client networks through proactive networking and business development
16. Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly recruitment targets
17. Maintain accurate and detailed candidate and client records using our CRM system
18. Provide expert advice to candidates and clients on market trends, salary expectations, and career opportunities
Essential Requirements
19. Proven experience in recruitment across any sector
20. Demonstrable success in achieving recruitment targets
21. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
22. Strong negotiation and sales abilities
23. Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
24. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
25. Resilient and target-driven personality
26. Valid UK work permit
Desirable Qualifications
27. Experience in legal recruitment (excellent training will be provided for those transitioning)
28. Understanding of professional career paths and specialisms
What We Offer
29. Competitive base salary (£30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience)
30. Uncapped commission structure
31. Performance-related bonuses
32. Comprehensive training and professional development
33. One-to-one mentorship from our top-performing recruiter
34. Full back-office support to maximize your productivity
35. Modern, supportive working environment
36. Collaborative team culture
37. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
38. Career progression opportunities
39. Pension scheme
40. Health and wellbeing support
Career Transition Support
We understand that moving into legal sector recruitment is a unique opportunity. Our comprehensive onboarding and training programme, combined with direct mentorship from our top biller, robust back-office support, and a supportive team environment, will support experienced recruiters in developing the specialist knowledge required to excel in this exciting market.
How to Apply
If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210or email
Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.