Legal Recruiter Partner, Comission Only, Remote

Legal Recruiter Partner

Desort is expanding our national legal recruitment division and seeking a Legal Recruiter 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

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.