Principal Recruiter - US Law Firms

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant legal recruitment firm as a Legal Recruiter, focusing on Partner-level placements for AM Law 100 firms. This role offers flexibility to work remotely across Europe while engaging with modern technology and a supportive team environment in Limassol, Cyprus. You will leverage your expertise to connect top legal talent with prestigious law firms while enjoying a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Cutting-edge technology

Career growth opportunities

Vibrant team culture

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in legal recruitment, ideally for Partner-level placements.
• Strong knowledge of the legal industry and AM Law 100 firms.
• Interest in transitioning from associate-level to Partner recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Source and place Partner-level candidates in AM Law 100 firms.
• Build and nurture relationships with law firm partners.
• Drive business development and secure new clients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Business development

Collaboration

Job description

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Principal Recruiter - US Law Firms, london

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Client:

Executive Hunt

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

About Executive Hunt

Executive Hunt is a vibrant, energetic legal recruitment firm specializing in high-level Partner placements within AM Law 100 firms across the US. With a dynamic approach and cutting-edge technology, we connect top legal talent with the nation’s leading law firms. Our team thrives in modern offices in Limassol, Cyprus, and works flexibly across Europe, united by a simple goal: to be successful.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a talented Legal Recruiter to join our growing, hard-working, and fun team, focusing on Partner-level recruitment for AM Law 100 firms. This role offers flexible work arrangements, with a requirement to spend a few months each year in our Limassol office to collaborate with colleagues and master our proprietary tech system. You’ll enjoy the energy of our modern workspace while having the freedom to work remotely in Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and place Partner-level candidates in AM Law 100 firms.
• Build and nurture relationships with law firm partners and lateral recruitment teams.
• Drive business development to secure new clients and maintain existing partnerships.
• Conduct high-level calls and meetings with senior legal professionals, demonstrating professionalism and expertise.
• Leverage our AI-powered sourcing system to identify top talent at scale.
• Collaborate with our Limassol-based team to deliver exceptional recruitment outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5 years of experience in legal recruitment, ideally with a focus on Partner-level placements in the US market.
• Strong knowledge of the legal industry, particularly AM Law 100 firms.
• If primarily experienced in associate-level recruitment, a clear passion and interest in transitioning to Partner-focused recruitment.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and gravitas to engage with senior law firm partners.
• Proven business development skills to grow client relationships.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with US legal markets (e.g., New York, Washington D.C., Texas, Miami).
• Comfort using advanced recruitment technology to source candidates.

Location: Flexible work in Europe, with a commitment to work from Limassol, Cyprus, for a few months annually to engage with our team and tech systems.

Why Join Us?

• Vibrant Team Culture: Be part of a growing, hard-working, and fun team passionate about success.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize our proprietary AI-powered sourcing system and advanced tech platform to source top legal talent at scale, giving you a competitive edge.
• Flexible Work: Enjoy the freedom to work remotely in Europe, with time in our modern Limassol office to connect with colleagues.
• Impactful Placements: Shape leadership at AM Law 100 firms with high-caliber Partner placements.
• Career Growth: Grow with a dynamic firm offering opportunities to take on leadership roles.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with performance-based incentives.