Senior Recruitment Consultant
Henderson Scott US · New York, NY · Yesterday
SalesFull-time
About the role
We're looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant who knows how to own the mid-level attorney market. Someone who can walk into a search, advise partners with confidence, and consistently deliver top-tier legal talent. This is a 360-degree recruitment job requiring experience owning a full desk, especially with growing and managing clients.
You must be local to NYC, a USC or Green Card holder, and open to coming into the office a few days a week.
Responsibilities
- Own and grow a desk focused on mid-level attorney placements (1-6 PQE)
- Partner with top law firms and in-house legal teams on critical hires
- Build deep, trusted relationships with both candidates and clients
- Drive revenue through high-value, retained and contingent searches
- Act as a true market expert—salary trends, hiring insights, competitor intel
Requirements
- Proven biller with a track record placing attorneys
- Strong network across law firms or in-house legal teams
- Commercial, competitive, and thrives on closing deals
- Ability to operate at a senior level with partners, GCs, and hiring managers
Benefits
- Uncapped earning potential (no ceiling)
- Access to live roles and an established client base
- A platform to build a dominant legal desk
- Clear path to leadership if that's your goal