Legal Talent Acquisition Partner Remote
New York City, Richmond County, New York, USA
Listed on 2026-07-01
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HR/Recruitment
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Law/Legal
Legal Talent Acquisition Partner
Desort is expanding our national legal recruitment division and seeking a Legal Talent Acquisition Partner — a hybrid role combining attorney recruiting, client relationship development, and placement sales.
This is a commission-only, high-earning opportunity designed for motivated individuals who want a performance-driven environment with significant upside tied directly to successful attorney placements.
Legal Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Source, screen, and qualify attorneys across practice areas (litigation, corporate, real estate, IP, employment, etc.)
- Build and manage a pipeline of active and passive legal talent
- Conduct interviews, assess practice-area fit, and guide candidates through the hiring process
- Present opportunities, negotiate offers, and support onboarding
Business Development & Client Partnerships
- Build relationships with law firms, in-house legal departments, and legal hiring managers
- Understand hiring needs, billable expectations, compensation structures, and firm culture
- Present qualified attorneys and manage the full placement lifecycle
- Maintain long-term partnerships and identify new revenue opportunities
Strategic & Revenue Impact
- Drive placements that directly generate commission income
- Provide market insights on compensation, hiring trends, and candidate behavior
- Collaborate with leadership to refine outreach and placement strategy
Compensation (Commission-Only)
This role has no base salary. Earnings are based solely on performance.
- Commission paid per successful attorney placement
- Performance bonuses tied to monthly or quarterly production milestones
- Unlimited earning potential — strong performers can exceed six figures
- Independent contractor structure
Who Thrives in This Role
- Individuals with experience in recruiting, sales, account management, or legal staffing
- Strong communicators who can build trust with attorneys and hiring partners
- Self-motivated, disciplined professionals who excel in performance-based environments
- People who want flexibility and control over their income
Why Join Desort
Desort is building a modern, relationship-driven recruitment ecosystem. You'll operate within a high-performance model supported by premium branding, strong demand, and a proven placement framework — while helping shape the future of our legal division.
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