Recruitment Consultant - Legal - Graduate

RTC Brasil; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique legal search firm in London is seeking recent graduates for a sales-based role as a legal head-hunter. This position offers significant earning potential, with a base salary of £35,000 and the opportunity to earn over £60k in the first year. You will learn from experienced head-hunters and engage with high-level clients in the legal sector. Ideal candidates should possess strong sales skills, polished communication, and a commitment to a recruitment career.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and work ethic required.
• Sales experience or natural sales skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Approach solicitors about potential roles with law firms.
• Engage with law firms directly as you progress.

Skills

Sales Skills

Communication

Work Ethic

Education

2.1 degree from a top 50 university

Job description

Have you recently graduated and are looking for a sales-based role? Do you want to interact with some of the most senior people in the legal space?

We are recruiting on behalf of a boutique legal search firm, operating at the most senior level in the UK market. You will work alongside a well-known legal head-hunter and learn how to conduct high-level recruitment.

This is undoubtedly one of the highest OTE sales jobs in London at the graduate level — for those who work hard!

What is the role?

As a legal head-hunter, you will approach solicitors about potential roles with other law firms. As you progress, you will also engage with law firms directly.

Is this a sales role?

Absolutely — the role involves selling roles to candidates and your services to clients. Much of this will be done over the phone, with initial contacts often being cold calls.

Is there a base salary/WFH?

Yes — the base salary is £35,000. This is an office-based role.

Main Pros

• You can earn a significant income — it's realistic to earn £60k/£70k+ in the first year, with potential to earn even more in subsequent years. One individual earned £200k in year 3!
• You will have client exposure from day one and can make an impact quickly, much faster than in many other sectors.
• The legal market is high-volume with high fees, leading to greater earning potential.

Cons

• A lot of rejection — expect frequent rejection.
• Repetitive tasks and long hours.

Will this help me get a training contract?

No, this role is more suited for a career in recruitment rather than a stopgap for training contracts.

Who should apply:

• 2.1 degree, ideally from a top 50 university
• Excellent work ethic and natural sales skills
• Highly polished communication style
• A long-term career in recruitment is essential