Legal Recruitment Consultant

Job title:

Legal Recruitment Consultant

Company:

Ruth Moran Consulting

Job description

Established Legal Recruitment Agency – Bristol (Hybrid)Salary: Competitive basic salary increase + exceptional commission structure
Location: Bristol – Hybrid working available
Sector: Legal & Professional Services RecruitmentAbout the OpportunityJoin one of the South West’s most established and respected legal recruitment agencies as we enter an exciting phase of expansion. As part of a larger group with ambitious growth plans, we’re seeking an experienced recruitment consultant to join our successful team and capitalise on future leadership opportunities.You’ll be stepping into an established desk with immediate access to:

• Extensive candidate database built over years of market presence
• Comprehensive list of national PSLs (Preferred Supplier Lists)
• Strong relationships with private practice law firms across the region
• Proven track record of successful placements and client partnerships

What You’ll Be Doing

• Business Development: Proactively win new business through networking, referrals, cold calling, and relationship building
• Client Management: Build and maintain relationships with private practice law firms across the South West
• Candidate Sourcing: Identify, attract and interview high-quality legal professionals across all levels
• Market Mapping: Develop deep understanding of the legal market and emerging opportunities
• Deal Management: Manage the full recruitment process from initial brief to successful placement
• Revenue Generation: Achieve and exceed billing targets through strategic account management

What We’re Looking ForEssential Experience:

• Proven track record in recruitment with demonstrable business development success
• Experience sourcing and interviewing professionals at all levels
• Strong new business development skills using multiple methodologies
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Highly Desirable:

• Legal recruitment experience working with private practice law firms
• Knowledge of the South West legal market
• Professional services recruitment background
• Understanding of legal practice areas and career progression paths

What We Offer

• Financial Package: Significant increase on current basic salary plus our market-leading commission structure
• Career Progression: Clear pathway to leadership roles as we expand the business
• Flexibility: Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Resources: Access to established desk, comprehensive databases, and national PSL agreements
• Support: Join an experienced team with proven success in the legal recruitment market
• Growth: Be part of an expanding business within a larger group structure

Ready to Take the Next Step?This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious recruitment consultant to join a market-leading team with genuine growth prospects. You’ll have the platform, resources, and support to build a highly successful career in legal recruitment while contributing to our continued expansion.How to ApplyIf you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210 or emailEqual Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Expected salary

Location

Bristol Area

Job date

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:12:33 GMT

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