Legal Recruitment Consultant
About Cpl
Cpl is one of Ireland’s leading talent solutions providers, known for delivering high-quality recruitment and workforce solutions across a wide range of industries. With a strong market presence and a people‑first culture, Cpl supports both clients and candidates in achieving long‑term success
The Role
We are seeking a commercially driven Legal Recruitment Consultant to join our team, specialising in the legal market. This role will involve recruiting across all areas of legal, partnering with clients ranging from private practice firms to in‑house legal teams. This position suits someone with strong business acumen, a passion for people, and a genuine interest in recruitment and sales.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Candidate Management
Manage the full end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle across a broad range of legal roles
Proactively source high‑calibre candidates using a variety of channels (database, networking, referrals, and market mapping)
Conduct detailed candidate interviews, assessing both technical capability and cultural fit
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of legal talent across multiple disciplines
Provide consultative guidance to candidates on market trends, salary expectations, and career development
Deliver a high‑quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
Manage interview processes, feedback loops, and offer negotiations efficiently
Sales, Business Development & Client Management
Proactively identify, target, and develop new business opportunities within the legal sector
Build and grow a strong client base through consistent business development activity
Develop trusted, long‑term partnerships with key decision‑makers in law firms and in‑house teams
Attend client meetings, networking events, and industry engagements to build market presence
Understand client hiring needs and position Cpl as a strategic recruitment partner
Negotiate terms of business and manage commercial agreements
Drive revenue generation by successfully placing candidates and expanding client accounts
Maintain a strong awareness of the legal market, competitors, and hiring trends
Requirements:
Strong business experience (client‑facing, commercial, or sales background)
Legal degree or knowledge of the legal sector is desirable
Experience in recruitment, sales, or professional services
Clear interest in recruitment, sales, and business development
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills
Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and resilient
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
What We Offer
Hybrid working model (2 days in office) Dublin 4 based
Opportunity to build and grow a specialised legal desk
Strong brand and established client base
Competitive salary with uncapped commission
Career progression within Cpl
Collaborative and high‑performing team environment
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