Contract Legal Recruiter

Career Consulting Partners, - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Los Angeles, CA

About the position

The Contract Legal Recruiter position at Career Consulting Partners is designed for experienced recruiters who specialize in the legal field. This role allows you to work independently as a contractor, providing flexibility in managing your own schedule while connecting top legal talent with prestigious law firms and corporate legal departments. You will leverage your expertise to source, screen, and evaluate candidates for various legal positions, ensuring high-quality placements in a competitive market.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and evaluate candidates for various legal positions, including attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified legal talent using job boards, LinkedIn, networking events, and other sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with the internal team to understand client requirements and ensure high-quality candidate submissions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, providing career guidance and managing expectations throughout the hiring process.
• Coordinate interviews and facilitate communication between clients and candidates.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system (ATS).

Requirements

• At least 2 years of recruiting experience, preferably in the legal or professional services industries.
• Familiarity with legal roles, law firm structures, and corporate legal departments is highly desirable.
• Strong sourcing and screening abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain long-term relationships with candidates.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and ATS platforms.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Benefits

• Competitive, commission-based structure with high earning potential.
• 100% remote work with the freedom to set your own schedule.
• Access to exclusive job orders, industry insights, and an established network of clients.
• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow within the legal recruitment industry.