Director of Legal Recruiting (Philly,NJ,NYC)
Firm Description:
Permanent Placements LLC is a full‑service, direct‑hire legal recruiting firm specializing in connecting law firms with top‑tier attorneys and legal professionals. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chicago, the firm focuses exclusively on permanent, full‑time placements and is known for its ethical, personalized, and highly targeted approach to recruiting. Their team supports hiring across a wide range of legal roles—including partners, counsel, associates, staff attorneys, and business professionals such as legal assistants, paralegals, patent agents, administrative leaders, HR, IT, marketing, billing, and more. Permanent Placements serves clients nationwide, emphasizing long‑term matches that meet the unique needs of both employers and candidates.
Position Description:
Director of Recruiting (Legal) – Experienced Sales Professional
Building a Meaningful Career in Legal Recruitment
Permanent Placements, a long established and highly respected recruitment firm, is expanding its Legal Recruiting division. They are seeking experienced Legal Recruiters—or sales driven professionals with strong knowledge of the legal field—to join a relationship focused, high tenure team.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
With a team of experienced professional recruiters, Permanent Placements has earned a reputation for excellence, stability, and integrity amongst law firms for their recruiting services. Their longstanding success and personal relationships with their clients creates an environment where seasoned professionals can thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Exceptional Earning Potential
(Base salary + commission)
- First year recruiters typically earn $100,000 to over $130,000.
- Established recruiters often exceed $200,000 annually as they build out their legal desk.
A Culture That Values Experience
Permanent Placements place significant value on professional experience, insight, and maturity. Recruiters come from diverse backgrounds, including former sales leaders who have successfully transitioned into recruiting later in their careers. This is an environment where experience, resilience, and professionalism are appreciated—not overlooked.
Team Culture & Support
- Long average recruiter tenure
- Flexible work from home professional environment
- Focus is on quality legal recruiting with an emphasis on strong, long-term relationships
- Collaborative team environment with the ability to build out a territory for advancement opportunities
What We Are Looking For
Proven Sales Ability
This is a sales driven role. Success depends on your ability to source legal talent, build strong relationships, and close placements for attorneys or professional staff.
Legal Industry Experience
Ideal candidates bring experience in legal recruiting or familiarity with law firm environments, legal support staffing, or attorney level recruiting. Candidates should live somewhere in the area of Philadelphia or Northern/Central New Jersey and have 5+ years of experience in legal recruiting.
Long Term Commitment
We are seeking individuals who want to build a career—not just take another job. Candidates should have experience working independently, from intake through onboarding. Ideally should have a variety of direct-hire placements across a variety of firm sizes and practice areas & specialties.
Collaborative, Relationship Oriented Professionals
You’ll enjoy independence while being part of a supportive, team-driven culture.
If You’re Ready for a Fulfilling Role
This opportunity is ideal for professionals seeking a role that is both financially rewarding and personally meaningful. Our client values your expertise, rewards your drive, and respects the journey that brought you here.
Meet Your Recruiter
Joseph P. Mayer III
Founder & CEO
