Experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant

Location: London (Remote working available)
Salary: Competitive base + uncapped commission (30-50% based on billings)
Target Billings: £200k+

About Us

We are a boutique legal recruitment agency specialising in placing exceptional legal talent within US and UK law firms across London. Our focus on quality over quantity has earned us a reputation for understanding the nuanced needs of our clients and delivering candidates who truly fit.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant with a proven track record to join our close-knit team. This role offers genuine autonomy, an industry-leading commission structure, and the flexibility to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.

Your Focus Areas

You'll specialise in recruiting legal professionals across three key practice areas:

US and UK Law firms specialising in:

Investment Funds

• Private equity
• Venture capital
• Hedge funds
• Real estate funds
• Credit/debt funds

Corporate & Commercial

• Start-ups through to large corporations
• Corporate transactions and advisory work

Finance

• Banking and finance
• Lender and borrower-side representation

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Demonstrable track record of billing £200k+ annually
• Proven ability to win new law firm clients and build lasting relationships
• Expertise in sourcing hard-to-find legal professionals through creative and proactive methods
• Strong network within London's legal market
• Experience working with US and/or UK law firms (highly desirable)

Your Skills

• Exceptional business development capabilities
• Advanced sourcing techniques and headhunting skills
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to team success
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Excellent relationship management across all levels

What We Offer

Market-Leading Commission

• Starting at 30% commission on billings
• Scaling up to 50% based on performance
• Uncapped earning potential
• Transparent and straightforward commission structure

Flexibility & Autonomy

• Choose your working hours to suit your productivity
• Flexible days per week
• Hybrid/Remote working model - work from home as much as you need
• Small team environment with minimal bureaucracy
• Genuine trust and autonomy to manage your desk

Environment

• Boutique agency culture with entrepreneurial spirit
• Supportive, collaborative team
• Direct access to decision-makers
• No micromanagement - we hire adults and treat them as such

The Ideal Candidate

 

You're a self-starter who thrives on building relationships and solving complex recruitment challenges. You understand the nuances of legal recruitment and have the business development skills to open doors at top-tier law firms. You value quality of life alongside professional success and want to work somewhere that respects both.

How to Apply

If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210 or email [email protected]

Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.