Recruiting Manager – Legal

Robert Half

. Develop and grow a client base and new business opportunities .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in client relationship management and business development within the legal industry, leveraging legal knowledge to effectively recruit and place legal professionals while providing exceptional customer service.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Business DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementLegal Industry ExperienceRecruitment and PlacementExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

RecruitmentClient Base DevelopmentCareer GuidanceUtilization ExpansionPlacement Strategies

Soft Skills

Outstanding Customer ServiceHigh Sense of Urgency

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificationLaw Degree

Industry Keywords

Legal CommunityTrade AssociationsPermanent Placement Recruiting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and grow a client base and new business opportunities
Introduce company services via video, telephone and in-person meetings with new and existing clients
Expand utilization of company services
Recruit, evaluate and place legal professionals in full-time positions with clients
Deliver outstanding customer service to clients and candidates
Provide consistent communication and career guidance to candidates
Participate in industry trade associations to increase presence within the local legal community

Requirements

What you’ll need

A business related degree preferred
Paralegal degree/certification and/or law degree a plus
2+ years of experience in legal industry and/or successful permanent placement recruiting experience required
Proven track record of success
Excellent communication skills
High sense of urgency
Ability to leverage legal experience to manage and grow the business

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus based upon achievement of performance objectives
Group health insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and accident insurance
Adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance
Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
Up to 17 days of Choice Time Off per calendar year for new hires
Up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year
401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan, if eligible
Employer match of 100% on the first 3% of contributions for eligible employees
Career advancement potential
World-class training
Client relationship management tools and advanced technology