Job description
This is a remote position.
We are looking for a Senior Recruiter with a strong background in legal recruitment and a solid understanding of Learning & Development (L&D) principles. The ideal candidate will be experienced in recruiting lawyers and legal professionals globally, with a particular emphasis on aligning talent acquisition with business needs. In addition to sourcing top-tier candidates, this individual will help identify skill gaps, curate training content, and design professional development programs to support long-term talent success within our client organizations.
Responsibilities:
Source, screen, and manage top-tier legal professionals and other niche talent aligned with client needs in various jurisdictions (especially Australia, UK, and North America).
Partner closely with internal account managers and external clients to understand their hiring needs and organizational culture.
Conduct structured interviews and assessments to ensure high-quality candidate fit.
Curate and deliver tailored L&D strategies to support client teams — including onboarding, skill gap analysis, and continuous legal education initiatives.
Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs and develop scalable development programs.
Maintain talent pipelines and proactively engage with passive candidates.
Track and analyze recruitment and L&D metrics to optimize performance.
Requirements
5+ years of recruitment experience, with at least 2 years specifically focused on the legal industry (law firms or in-house legal teams).
Demonstrated experience in Learning & Development, including needs assessments, training program design, or managing upskilling initiatives.
Strong understanding of legal roles, qualifications, and professional pathways in common law jurisdictions (e.g., Australia, UK, US).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a data-driven mindset.
Previous experience in a remote, distributed work environment is highly desirable.
Benefits
Hybrid working environment
Competitive compensation package.
Regular training and professional development support.
If you are passionate about identifying top talent while contributing to their growth through impactful learning initiatives, we’d love to hear from you.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.
Teams Squared is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.