FULLY REMOTE UK - Must be able to travel to Brighton occasionally
Our client, a well-established recruitment business led by a founder solo for over 10 years, is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Legal Recruiter to join their team. This position will focus on in-house data privacy and protection roles across the UK and US, specifically within permanent recruitment. The role offers the opportunity to work on an extremely warm desk, with an established client base in a rapidly growing and high-demand area of legal recruitment.
The ideal candidate will have prior recruitment experience within the legal sector, and will be comfortable with business development (BD) from day one. Although a background in inhouse/ data privacy recruitment is preferred, candidates from any legal recruitment background will be considered, as the key focus is on finding someone who can excel in business development and build strong relationships with both clients and candidates.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven recruiter who is looking to work closely with the founder and be part of a well-established, supportive, and successful business. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your own desk while benefiting from the founder’s deep expertise and guidance.
Key Responsibilities:
Focus on permanent recruitment for in-house data privacy and protection roles across the UK and US.
Manage and develop an existing warm client base while proactively engaging in business development to expand opportunities.
Build strong, long-term relationships with both clients and candidates within the data privacy and protection space.
Source, screen, and place top-tier legal talent for in-house roles, ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction.
Maintain a thorough understanding of the data privacy and protection landscape, staying up-to-date with legal industry trends.
Collaborate closely with the founder to help drive the growth and success of the recruitment business.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience in legal recruitment, ideally within the in-house or data privacy/protection space. Candidates from any legal recruitment background will be considered.
Strong business development skills and the ability to work independently to drive growth in a competitive market.
Experience recruiting for permanent roles, with a focus on in-house positions.
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, with a client-focused mindset.
Ability to manage your own desk and drive recruitment processes end-to-end.
A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with the capability to thrive in an autonomous role.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal recruiter looking to advance their career and work in a supportive, high-growth environment. With the backing of a highly experienced founder, you will have the chance to make a significant impact and play a key role in growing the business. If you have the passion for legal recruitment and are excited about the data privacy and protection sector, we encourage you to apply.