Recruitment Manager

Executive Network Legal Limited; Calthorpe Fields; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in the UK seeks a Recruitment Specialist to develop recruitment strategies for legal professionals. The role requires a strategic mindset and proven experience in legal recruitment, with strong stakeholder management skills. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Flexible working options

25+ days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in legal or professional services recruitment.
• Ability to manage agency relationships.
• Strong understanding of compliance and diversity targets.

Responsibilities

• Implement recruitment strategies for various roles.
• Partner with hiring managers on role requirements.
• Enhance employer branding initiatives.

Skills

Proactive, strategic mindset

Strong stakeholder management

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of recruitment best practices

Passion for DEI

Job description

Overview

My client is a forward-thinking law firm known for their commitment to excellence, innovation, and client service. With a strong presence across the Midlands this law firm pride themselves on their inclusive culture and their ability to attract and retain exceptional talent across all areas of the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement end-to-end recruitment strategies for fee earners, business services, and graduate roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and build strong talent pipelines.
• Manage and enhance employer branding initiatives and candidate experience.
• Oversee agency relationships and negotiate favourable terms.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies, diversity targets, and legal standards.
• Collaborate effectively with the existing team and stakeholders.

About You / Qualifications

• Proactive, strategic, and solutions-focused with a deep understanding of legal recruitment.
• Proven experience in legal or professional services recruitment (in-house or agency).
• Strong stakeholder management skills, especially with senior leaders and partners.
• Knowledge of recruitment systems, tools, and best practices.
• A passion for DEI and an understanding of how to embed inclusive hiring practices.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Hybrid/flexible working options.
• 25+ days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance & wellness initiatives.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking working environment.

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