Manager / Managing Consultant – Legal Recruitment Leeds
Manager / Managing Consultant – Legal Recruitment
Location
Leeds (covering the North & Midlands)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Manager or Managing Consultant to lead and grow our Legal recruitment offering across the North, with responsibility to take over and further develop the Midlands region. This is a senior, high-impact role within an already well-established Legal division, offering significant autonomy, investment, and long-term progression.
With an immediate budget to build a team, this is a genuine opportunity for someone to shape a region, influence strategy, and make a lasting impact.
The Opportunity
Full ownership of the North Legal patch, with scope to expand into the Midlands
Backed by an established brand, strong client base, and existing Legal reputation
Immediate headcount budget to grow a team around you
Opportunity to play a key role in the revised commission and bonus structure, including profit-based team bonus
A senior leadership role with clear progression and influence at divisional level
Key Responsibilities
Lead, develop, and grow the Legal recruitment desk across the North and Midlands
Drive new business development while nurturing existing key client relationships
Build, manage, and mentor a team of consultants (perm-focused initially)
Deliver against individual and team revenue targets
Shape regional strategy in line with wider Legal division objectives
Maintain high standards of delivery, compliance, and candidate experience
Act as a senior figurehead for the Legal brand in the region
About You
We are open to candidates from several backgrounds, including:
Senior Consultant ready to take the next step into management
Manager / Managing Consultant / Director-level recruiter seeking a broader regional remit
You will ideally have:
Proven experience in Legal recruitment (private practice and/or in-house)
Strong perm experience (interim exposure welcome but not essential)
A track record of billing and/or leading successful teams
Commercial mindset with the ambition to build and scale a region
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
What’s on Offer
Highly competitive senior-level salary, benchmarked against today’s market
Excellent commission structure, with additional bonus on team profit
Full autonomy to grow and shape your region
Immediate investment and support to build a team
Long-term career progression within a respected and established Legal division
Why Join?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with real backing, real budget, and real influence. For the right individual, this role offers the platform to build something significant and leave a lasting legacy in the Northern Legal recruitment market.
To apply for this role send your CV to camille@amandawright-rec.co.uk