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David Careers

Commission-Based Legal Recruiter

Posted 3 days ago

oculus groupArlington (VA)
LawyersEmployment Placement Agencies

SENIORITY

Senior

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About the role

About the job: I am looking for an experienced 180-degree Recruiter to focus on Legal/Attorney recruiting. You would join a team with me within Oculus Group, to focus on lateral recruiting for law firms, at all levels. Our clients include both Am Law 100 & 200 firms and boutique/mid-size firms. You would execute the full candidate-side of legal recruiting, such as sourcing, screening, and placing attorneys, partners, and senior legal professionals. This role is a 1099 role and there is no guaranteed compensation for this position, but also unlimited compensation potential. You can work 100% remotely (with a WeWork option if you choose) and work a flexible schedule. However, I am looking for someone who can commit 30+ hours per week to the position and work core business hours at least 3 days per week. There are no fixed metrics for this position, but based on my experience, this model only works for those who are extremely self-motivated.
Responsibilities:
  • Source, screen, and qualify candidates for open roles
  • Execute/support the full candidate-side of the recruiting lifecycle: outreach, interviews, feedback, and offer process
  • Maintain accurate candidate and client records in our CRM
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in full-cycle recruiting
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to grow within a fast-expanding practice.
  • Highly organized with excellent follow-through
  • Self-starter with a strong drive to succeed in a commission-based role
What We Offer:
  • Commission-based compensation with unlimited earning potential.
  • Mentorship from experienced recruiters with a proven track record of success.
  • A chance to be part of a growing Legal Recruiting Practice at Oculus Group and help shape its future
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with direct leadership visibility.
  • A flexible, fully remote opportunity with the freedom to build your practice from anywhere in the continental United States

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