Legal Recruiter
About this role
About the job
OpusLex Partners, a woman-owned boutique legal recruiting firm partnering with top law firms and corporate legal departments nationwide. We focus on high-caliber attorney placements and take a highly strategic, relationship-driven approach to recruiting.
This position is fully remote while being fully collaborative. Our preference is for those in Eastern or Central timezones. Currently, all of our team members are in the Eastern time zone.
With our unique team model, you will manage a "split desk," focusing your time on sourcing, engaging, recruiting and supporting law firm associate attorneys to match them with client requisitions.
The Role
We are seeking a candidate-focused recruiter to join our team in a 180 / split desk model.
This is a pure recruiting role—you will not be responsible for business development. Your focus will be on identifying, engaging, and placing top legal talent.
This role is ideal for:
Experienced recruiters looking to focus on the candidate side of the desk, or
Highly motivated, sales-oriented individuals looking to build a career in recruiting
This role is NOT for those seeking internal talent acquisition or human resources focused roles
What You’ll Do
Headhunt and engage attorneys through phone , video, and our full suite of digital tools
Build and manage a pipeline of high-quality candidates
Conduct in-depth candidate interviews and assess fit
Guide candidates through the full recruiting lifecycle
Advise and influence candidates on career decisions
Partner internally with the business development side of the desk
What We’re Seeking
Option 1: Experienced Recruiters
2+ years of recruiting or staffing experience (agency preferred)
Strong outbound sourcing skills (this is not an inbound role)
Proven ability to build relationships and close candidates
Comfortable managing multiple candidates and processes simultaneously
Option 2: High-Potential, Entry-Level Candidates
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable with outreach and phone-based conversations
Competitive, driven, and resilient
Interest in a career in recruiting or sales
What Matters Most (For All Candidates)
Confidence with cold outreach (LinkedIn, email, phone)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
High level of organization and follow-through
Ability to influence and guide candidates
Motivation to succeed in a performance-driven environment
Why This Role is Different
No business development required – focus 100% on candidates
Work on high-end, professional roles (attorneys)
High earning potential with uncapped commission
Boutique, entrepreneurial environment with real growth opportunity
Emphasis on quality and long-term relationships—not just volume
Compensation
Base salary + uncapped commission
Significant upside for high performers
Competitive and attract benefits
Frequent continuing education in the form of conferences and retreats
Candidates must have a 4-year college degree, understand what it means to work for a small organization, possess exceptional writing skills and executive presence, and above all, be intellectually curious, have tremendous work ethic and team-oriented. You will be on the phone! If the telephone scares you, this is not the role for you. This role is ideal for someone who thrives off making connections and wishes to gain rewards directly resulting from their own input and hard work.
We offer a competitive base salary + commission + several choice benefit plans, 401(k), continuing education in the form of membership to various organizations, company travel and incentive programs.
This is a fully remote role with a massive runway for growth for those who are interested in advancing a career in legal recruiting and staffing.
For a confidential conversation, please submit your resume and contact Amanda Brandenburg, Founding Principal, with any questions.
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