Assistant Legal Recruitment Consultant

Austen Lloyd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency in Clifton, Bristol, is looking for an ambitious Assistant Legal Recruitment Consultant to join their team. The role involves supporting senior consultants, managing job advertisements, and conducting market research. Ideal candidates will have experience in legal recruitment, be confident communicators, and possess a positive, proactive attitude. Access to top-tier clients and opportunities for career progression are offered, along with a hybrid working model. This is a great chance to build a rewarding career in a respected firm.

Benefits

Market-leading hybrid working

Flexible hours

Access to top-tier clients

Collaborative work environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and hard-working nature.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting senior consultants with candidate resourcing and CV preparation.
• Managing job adverts and assisting marketing campaigns.
• Conducting market research to identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Experience in legal recruitment

Confident communicator

Proactive and professional

Education

Degree preferred but not essential

Job description

Assistant Legal Recruitment Consultant - Clifton, Bristol

Join One of the UK's Leading Legal Recruitment Agencies

About Austen Lloyd

We're Austen Lloyd, and we've been matching top legal talent with exceptional firms for over 15 years. Based in the beautiful heart of Clifton, Bristol, we're proud to be recognised as industry leaders in legal recruitment - partnering with everyone from global law firms to high‑street specialists.

We don't just fill roles - we build careers and grow teams. With an established brand, deep sector knowledge, and a reputation for delivering results, you'll be joining a team that's trusted, respected, and genuinely great to work with.

Are you ambitious, organised, and keen to build a career in recruitment? We are seeking an Assistant Recruitment Consultant to join our busy specialist legal recruitment team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced consultants in a fast‑paced, professional environment, where you'll gain hands‑on training and long‑term career prospects.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting senior consultants with candidate resourcing, shortlisting and CV preparation
• Managing job adverts and assisting with marketing campaigns
• Conducting market research to identify new business opportunities
• Building relationships with candidates through calls, emails, and LinkedIn networking
• Assisting with database management and general administration
• Progressing towards taking on your own vacancies and client accounts

Location

Clifton, Bristol (Hybrid - full‑time) legal recruitment across all practice areas. Clients: Magic Circle to boutique firms. Scope: Nationwide.

Why Austen Lloyd?

• Industry leaders with 15+ years of success
• Market‑leading, Hybrid working & flexible hours
• Access to top‑tier clients and long‑standing candidate networks
• Brilliant tools: CRM, job boards, marketing support - everything you need to thrive
• Work alongside training with market leaders in a collaborative, adult environment (no micro‑management, ever)
• Real opportunities for career growth and progression

What We're Looking For

• Experience in legal recruitment and hard working with a positive attitude
• A confident communicator who thrives in a relationship‑driven role
• Proactive, professional, and passionate about quality
• Able to work independently and hit the ground running
• Degree welcome but not essential - your attitude is what matters most

Ready to join a high‑performing, well‑respected legal recruitment agency with a real future?

Apply here or get in touch. Contact Gemma, Izzy or Charlotte on 01275 463111 in complete confidence.