A leading international legal search firm is seeking a
Senior Recruiter to join its high-performing New York team, supporting associate-level hiring across the
AmLaw 200 market. This is a revenue-generating role ideal for an experienced legal recruiter who can manage client relationships, deliver on mandates, and grow a high-value desk.
You'll step into a well-established market with access to existing clients, a deep candidate database, and a collaborative team that consistently exceeds annual billing targets.
Key Responsibilities- Manage and grow relationships with US private practice law firms, especially in New York
- Deliver on associate-level mandates across multiple practice areas
- Lead full recruitment lifecycle: intake, sourcing, screening, client management, and placement
- Act as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates
- Identify new business opportunities and contribute to market development
- Build and maintain a strong network of legal professionals
- Collaborate with senior team members to support overall team performance
Requirements- Proven experience in legal recruitment, ideally within the US market
- Strong understanding of US private practice law firms
- Track record of placing associates or partners
- Ability to manage full recruitment processes and client relationships
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
- Motivated, driven, and committed to long-term career growth
- Ability to work on-site in New York
Compensation & Benefits- Base salary up to $90,000 (DOE)
- Uncapped, highly competitive commission structure
- Access to premium, retained, and contingent mandates
- Clear progression path within a growing international firm
- High-performance, collaborative culture
- Opportunity to grow a well-established desk
