Legal Researcher (Part-Time) - Remote, High-Impact Sourcing

Digby Group; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A boutique legal search firm is seeking a part-time Legal Researcher to support candidate delivery in the legal sector. The role involves conducting structured research to identify talent, building candidate lists, and maintaining CRM data. Ideal candidates will possess strong research skills, high attention to detail, and excellent written communication. This remote-first role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to grow into a full delivery or consultant role over time.

Benefits

Flexible part-time working hours

Remote-first role

Exposure to high-level legal recruitment

Training and development in legal research

Qualifications

• Comfortable working remotely and meeting deadlines.
• Interest in the legal sector or recruitment (experience not required).
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured research to identify lawyers within specific practice areas.
• Build and maintain candidate longlists and shortlists for live mandates.
• Use LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and legal directories to source talent.

Skills

Strong research and analytical ability

Excellent written communication skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently and manage priorities

Job description

A boutique legal search firm is seeking a part-time Legal Researcher to support candidate delivery in the legal sector. The role involves conducting structured research to identify talent, building candidate lists, and maintaining CRM data. Ideal candidates will possess strong research skills, high attention to detail, and excellent written communication. This remote-first role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to grow into a full delivery or consultant role over time.