[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![livingHR logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/d765d7d5-221.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/livinghr.md)[livingHR](https://jobicy.com/company/livinghr.md) # Recruiter, Legal (Contract) Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/livinghr.md)ShareRemote from[USA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/usa.md)SalaryUSD 50–50 / hourDepartment[HR & Recruiting](https://jobicy.com/categories/hr.md)EmploymentContractExperienceDirectorPublished20 Oct 2026Apply before19 Nov 2026Listing views61Application actions5Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. AI Summary ## The role, at a glance. This is a remote 1099 contract recruiting role focused on executive-level legal searches for law firm partners, practice groups, General Counsel, and Deputy General Counsel positions. The recruiter leads full-cycle searches, including market mapping, search strategy, candidate engagement, client advisory, and CRM reporting. Success requires deep knowledge of legal recruiting, law firm economics, partner portability, and confidential senior-level candidate transitions. The engagement is project-based, with variable scope and duration, and includes occasional travel according to client needs. The role is limited to remote workers located in specified U.S. states. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 5/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe role requires specialized legal-market knowledge, executive-search judgment, and the ability to advise senior law firm and corporate stakeholders. Project-based delivery and confidential leadership searches demand independent prioritization and strong relationship management. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per hour)Market rate$50US market range (per hour)$45–$750$82.50 AI insightThe employer explicitly states compensation of $50 per hour, plus a placement-fee percentage. For an experienced U.S. contract legal recruiter or executive-search consultant, an estimated market range is $45–$75 per hour; the listed hourly rate is within a plausible range, while the variable placement-fee component is not quantified. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. 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I then build a focused market map, discreetly engage qualified prospects, assess motivation and portability where relevant, and provide regular calibrated updates without compromising candidate privacy. What factors do you evaluate when recruiting a lateral law firm partner? I assess practice fit, client relationships, portable business, conflicts, leadership style, geographic needs, compensation expectations, and cultural alignment. I also ensure the candidate understands the firm's platform and that the client has a realistic integration plan. How do you keep executive-search clients informed when the market is challenging? I set expectations early and provide concise, evidence-based updates on outreach activity, market feedback, candidate availability, and emerging risks. When needed, I recommend adjustments to the profile, compensation approach, or search strategy so the client can make timely decisions. Describe your approach to building long-term relationships with legal candidates. I focus on confidential, candid conversations about career goals, practice development, and timing rather than treating every interaction as an immediate placement. By offering relevant market insight and following through consistently, I build trust that supports future searches and referrals. How do you manage several project-based searches independently? I establish search plans with clear milestones, maintain disciplined CRM records, prioritize work by client urgency and search stage, and communicate risks early. This structure lets me move multiple searches forward while preserving a responsive experience for both clients and candidates. Opportunity details ## About this role. Position Details * Location: Remote (FL, CO, IL, MA, NH, RI, ME, CT, GA, SC, NC, TX) * Type: Contract / 1099 * Work Model: Remote-first (Work From Where It Makes Sense – WFWIMS) * Compensation: $50/hr, plus % of placement fee to fill Who We Are livingHR is the remote-first, professional services “work agency” created to make work better. We partner with organizations to deliver human-centric, future-of-work-ready HR-managed services, professional services, and products. We believe in taking exceptional care of our people so they can deliver exceptional outcomes for clients, partners, and communities. Position Overview Lead legal talent search, selection, and delivery efforts to help clients secure high-caliber legal leadership. Responsibilities Search Strategy & Selection * Lead full-cycle searches for lateral law firm partners and practice groups * Lead full-cycle searches for General Counsel and Deputy GC roles * Conduct market mapping, competitive intelligence, and talent landscape analysis * Develop search strategies aligned to client business objectives Client Advisory & Account Management * Serve as a trusted advisor to law firm leaders, corporate executives, and boards * Partner with clients on succession planning and strategic legal talent needs * Provide executive-level communication and search updates * Deliver consultative guidance on compensation, law firm economics, and partner portability Candidate Experience & Relationship Building * Build and maintain deep relationships with high-performing legal leaders * Deliver an exceptional, white-glove candidate experience * Serve as a trusted advisor to candidates navigating confidential transitions * Maintain accurate CRM documentation, search tracking, and reporting Role Requirements * Experience working directly with clients in legal, executive search, or agency settings * Strong internal or functional expertise across legal recruiting and law firm structures * Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, client-facing environment * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and advisory skills * Comfort working in flexible, project-based engagements * 7+ years of legal or executive search experience preferred * Willingness to travel occasionally as client needs require What You Can Expect livingHR engages contract consultants on a project-by-project basis. Engagement timing, scope, and duration vary based on client needs. Consultants may be considered for multiple opportunities over time as part of our long-term talent community. 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