Sr. Legal Recruiter

MUST HAVE RECENT EXPERIENCE WITH LEGAL RECRUITING & PORTABLE BOOK OF BUSINESSJob Overview:Ascendion is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Senior Client Executive - Legal Recruiting to join our dynamic DHR team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal recruiting, business development, and client management, with a proven track record of success. This position requires a seasoned recruiter with a portable book of business and experience in full-desk recruitment or strong client-side experience with the ability to grow new business.The Senior Client Executive will play a critical role in driving business development and expanding Ascendion's footprint in the legal recruiting space.Key Responsibilities:Legal Recruiting: Specialize in recruiting top-tier attorneys, paralegals, and partners, ensuring the best candidates are placed with clients in various legal industries.Business Development: Generate new business through proactive outreach, relationship building, and networking to expand Ascendion's client base.Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients, ensuring high satisfaction levels and repeat business.Full Desk Recruiting: Manage the end-to-end recruiting process, including sourcing, screening, and placing candidates while driving business growth.Revenue Generation: Consistently meet and exceed individual revenue targets, with a history of billing $350K+ annually or achieving Presidents Club status.Talent Sourcing: Identify and engage with passive talent for current and future client needs.Consultative Approach: Provide strategic recruitment advice to clients, understanding their business goals and workforce needs, while offering tailored staffing solutions.Team Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the recruiting team to share best practices, contribute to team goals, and foster a collaborative work environment.Required Qualifications:Experience:2+ years of recruiting experience.5+ years of experience in recruiting or a sales-focused role.Prior experience in legal recruiting, specifically focusing on attorneys, paralegals, and partners.Portable book of business is a plusStrong history of consistently billing $350K+ annually or achieving Presidents Club status.Demonstrated ability in business development and bringing on new clients.Proven experience in full desk recruitment or strong experience on the client side with the ability to grow new business.Prior or current agency experience.Technical Skills:Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing platforms.Experience with HireEasy is a plus.Education:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.Desired Skills & Attributes:Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Strong business acumen and the ability to identify new business opportunities.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Results-oriented with a track record of exceeding targets and driving revenue.Highly self-motivated with a strong entrepreneurial spirit.Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.Knowledge of the legal industry and its recruiting nuances

Created: 2025-05-22