via ZipRecruiter
$0K - 150K a year
Recruit and close attorney candidates for law firms and in-house roles nationwide, managing the full recruitment cycle independently with provided support.
At least 2 years legal recruiting experience, understanding of legal roles and lateral hiring market, strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview We are hiring an experienced Legal Recruiter who knows how to find and close top attorney talent. This is a commission only role, no base, no benefits, fully remote, and built for someone who wants freedom, control, and real earning power. You will not be on an island. We give you active job orders, tools, support, and a steady pipeline. If you want flexibility, high upside, and a desk you can grow without limits, this is it. What You’ll Do • Recruit attorneys and legal professionals for law firms and in house roles nationwide. • Source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, outbound outreach, and referrals. • Run intake calls and qualify candidates based on practice area, bar admissions, compensation, and experience. • Manage the entire recruitment cycle, including submissions, interview coordination, and offer support. • Build lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. • Keep your pipeline clean and maintain detailed notes in the ATS. • Work independently with full operational and sourcing support. What We Provide • Active legal openings ready for immediate work. • Full support including templates, scripts, sourcing tools, and guidance. • A steady flow of reqs across multiple practice areas. • No caps, no red tape, no micromanagement. • Real earning potential tied directly to the placements you make. Requirements • At least 2 years of legal recruiting experience in an agency or law firm environment. • Solid understanding of legal roles, practice areas, and the lateral hiring market. • Proven ability to recruit and close attorney candidates. • Highly organized, self driven, and confident running your own desk. • Strong communication skills and a professional, polished presence. Compensation • Commission only. • Uncapped earnings tied directly to generated revenue. • High producers regularly reach six figures due to legal placement fee structures. Who Thrives Here • Recruiters who want freedom, not corporate rules. • Hunters who enjoy outreach, relationship building, and closing. • People who want a real legal desk, not admin work or busywork. • Individuals who want support, quality reqs, and high upside.
This job posting was last updated on 12/8/2025