Director / Managing Director - Legal Search

Coda SearchStaffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Coda Search is seeking a dynamic Director for their Legal Recruiting practice in NYC. This role involves building a team, managing client relationships, and recruiting top legal talent. With an aggressive commission structure, autonomy, and a collaborative culture, Coda offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of its legal division.

Benefits

Uncapped commission structure

Unlimited vacation

Comprehensive training & development

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-desk, permanent placement Legal recruiting experience (agency side).
• Demonstrated success placing legal professionals in law firms and corporate legal departments.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-caliber candidates and clients.
• Recruit top legal talent and manage the full placement lifecycle.
• Contribute to the growth of Coda’s legal division.

Skills

Business Development

Candidate Screening

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Coda Search : Build Your Legacy with Us in NYC Legal Recruiting

For 14 years, Coda Search has been a leading force in both contingency and retained search across New York City. We strike the perfect balance : large enough to offer cutting-edge recruiting technology, world-class training, and industry-leading leadership—yet small enough that culture, collaboration, and individual impact truly matter.

We’ve cultivated a premier client base that includes top-tier financial services firms, high-growth startups, and blue-chip corporate partners. This momentum has opened up an exciting opportunity : we’re looking for a leader to build and grow a legal recruiting practice at Coda.

You’ll have the full support of tenured, top-performing leaders who lead by example. This is your chance to shape a division—select your team, define your strategy, and execute your vision for success.

Why Join Coda Search?

• Uncapped, aggressive commission structure – Our payouts start at 50% , with performance-based kickers for high producers. Your success directly drives your earnings.
• Autonomy with support – We treat our recruiters like professionals. You’ll enjoy freedom from micromanagement, with a focus on results—not rigid metrics.
• Collaborative, high-performing culture – Join a team of driven, supportive professionals who take their work seriously—without taking themselves too seriously.
• Comprehensive training & development – From onboarding to ongoing coaching, we invest in your success and help you continually elevate your production.
• Cross-division collaboration – Earn additional incentives by partnering with our established practices in Technology, Accounting and Finance, FinTech Sales, HR, Staffing , and more.
• Premium tools & tech stack – Gain access to top industry resources including LinkedIn Recruiter, Talent Insights, ZoomInfo, Bullhorn, SourceBreaker , and more.
• True business development freedom – Pursue any client, in any location or industry. We believe in empowering our recruiters to follow opportunity wherever it leads.
• Unlimited vacation – We believe in work-life balance. Take the time you need to recharge and come back stronger.

Responsibilities :

• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-caliber candidates and clients, including top-tier law firms and corporate legal departments
• Recruit top legal talent and manage the full placement lifecycle —from sourcing to offer acceptance
• Prospect, onboard, and manage new client partnerships , delivering excellent service throughout each search
• Screen and interview candidates via phone, video, and in-person meetings
• Leverage Coda’s top-tier tech stack, internal ATS, and social media platforms to identify and engage qualified candidates
• Stay current on legal industry hiring trends by attending industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
• Contribute to the growth of Coda’s legal division by offering strategic ideas, improving processes, and helping to shape the team’s future direction
• 3+ years of full-desk, permanent placement Legal recruiting experience (agency side)
• Demonstrated success placing legal professionals in law firms and corporate legal departments
• Strong track record in business development and client relationship management
• Experience in bringing in new legal searches and growing a book of business
• Bachelor's degree preferred

At Coda, your vision and leadership will shape the future of our legal practice. If you're ready to build something meaningful with the support of a powerhouse team—let’s talk.

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