Legal Recruitment Consultant

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading legal recruitment business as a Legal Recruitment Consultant, where you will manage recruitment cycles, build client relationships, and leverage global resources to connect top-tier candidates with law firms in Birmingham. With a commitment to excellence and career progression, you'll enjoy a competitive salary and an industry-leading training program. Ideal for candidates with recruitment experience or legal professionals eager for a career change.

Benefits

Clear Path to Leadership

Industry-Leading Training

High-Earning Potential

Qualifications

• 12 months+ experience as a Legal Recruitment Consultant.
• Proven track record managing high-value accounts.
• Demonstrable business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for law firms and legal teams.
• Build strategic client relationships by providing consultative advice.
• Identify business development opportunities and expand client accounts.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Self-motivation

Resilience

Job description

• Great career prospects on offer
• Join an established legal recruitment business

About Our Client

Michael Page is a global leader in professional recruitment, with operations in over 30 countries. We are renowned for our excellence, integrity, and innovation. By joining our team, you'll gain access to an extensive client network, state-of-the-art tools, and the autonomy to shape your recruitment strategies and success.

Job Description

Description

As a Legal Recruitment Consultant at Michael Page, you will:

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from acquiring and nurturing high-value clients to securing placements across either law firms or In-house legal teams in the Midlands area.
• Build and deepen strategic client relationships, providing consultative advice to address their hiring needs effectively.
• Leverage Michael Page's global resources, databases, and industry insights to source and match top-tier candidates, maintaining a trusted talent pipeline.
• Proactively identify and act on business development opportunities by expanding existing accounts and establishing new client relationships.
• Work towards ambitious goals, with the autonomy to tailor your approach to client engagement while upholding Michael Page's values and standards.
• Work closely with the wider legal team across the UK

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for individuals with:

• 12 months+ experience ideally as a Legal Recruitment Consultant, with a proven record of managing high-value accounts and delivering exceptional results in specialist or professional sectors.
• Happy to consider legal candidates looking for a career change
• Demonstrable business development skills, including a proactive and strategic approach to client acquisition and relationship management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities, coupled with a consultative mindset that aligns with both client and candidate priorities.
• Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to inspire and lead others in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• A strong commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for clients and candidates, while fostering long-term partnerships.
• Have ties to Birmingham

What's on Offer

• Clear Path to Leadership: We support your growth with a transparent career progression framework and opportunities to advance into leadership roles.
• Industry-Leading Training: Benefit from tailored training programs designed specifically for senior consultants to ensure you stay ahead in market trends and best practices.
• High-Earning Potential: Competitive base salary with a lucrative, performance-driven commission structure that rewards your success.