Legal Recruiter

We are looking for a Legal Recruiter with a strong legal background, ideally a qualified lawyer—who has experience in talent acquisition within the legal field. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in legal recruitment and talent strategy, with demonstrated success in curating and implementing Learning & Development (L&D) programs for legal professionals. This is a strategic role requiring an individual who understands both the nuances of legal practice and the hiring/lifecycle needs of legal teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle legal recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, and placing qualified legal professionals across various jurisdictions.
• Build and maintain strong pipelines of legal talent for ongoing and future client needs.
• Collaborate with clients to understand legal hiring requirements, practice areas, and culture fit.
• Utilize your legal background to assess candidate legal competencies and suitability for specific legal roles.
• Develop and implement Learning & Development (L&D) strategies for internal and external legal talent.
• Design onboarding and upskilling programs tailored for lawyers, paralegals, and legal support professionals.
• Track success metrics related to placements, training, and professional growth.
• Stay updated with legal industry trends, hiring practices, and L&D innovations.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Law degree and legal qualification required (admission in any jurisdiction); experience in legal practice preferred.
• 5+ years of combined experience in legal recruiting and/or legal practice, with at least 2 years focused on talent acquisition or L&D.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with legal professionals at all levels.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with a proactive and strategic mindset.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), remote work tools, and legal industry job boards.
  
• Competitive compensation package
  
• Access to industry-leading design tools and technology
  
• Regular training and development opportunities to enhance your HR skills.