Managing Recruitment Consultant - Legal

62 Days Old

£45,000.00 to £55,000.00 per year, uncapped commission, car allowance Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: No Closing Date: 05/02/2026 About this job Managing Consultant
Legal Future Senior Divisional Manager / Director role Legal Division | Manchester£35,000-£45,000£4.8k Car AllowanceUncapped Commission (receive up to 40% of billings)Henderson Scott's Legal Division is entering a major regional growth phase, and we’re seeking an established Principal or Managing Consultant with clear leadership ambition to help build and ultimately lead a Legal team in Manchester. This role is designed for a senior legal recruiter who wants a defined pathway into SLT responsibility, supported by our Director of Legal, our CEO and backed by a proven, high‑performing recruitment group with significant Private Equity investment.
You’ll initially focus on growing a high‑value personal desk, while progressively taking ownership of team build, mentoring, market strategy and regional brand presence across Manchester and the North. Why this is a career‑defining move
It’s built properly, with structure and support. Our Legal Division already operates nationally with an established team of 15 consultants.
Manchester is now a strategic growth hub, with full backing to create a long‑term leadership presence locally. What that means for you A clear succession pathway toward senior leadership, become a Director within 3 yearsLocally based Senior leadership including our CEO to provide support and guidanceInvestment to hire, scale and build a sustainable team around youBacking from the wider Search Recruitment Group and H2 Equity PartnersThis is a grown‑up, performance‑led environment where leaders are empowered to shape their own teams and markets. What’s in it for you Market‑leading earning potential£35k-£45k starting basic salary (DOE)£4.8k car allowanceUncapped commission—earn up to 40% of billingsSignificant long‑term upside as team and leadership responsibilities growA genuine leadership pathwayStructured progression from Managing ConsultantDivisional ManagerSenior Divisional ManagerDirector—responsibility introduced gradually, with mentoring and leadership support Autonomy & ownership—full control of your legal market and desk strategyInfluence over hiring decisions, market focus and team structureBrand & infrastructure—highly regarded name in Legal recruitment, National PSLs, cross‑office collaboration and shared delivery supportFlexibility & balance—Hybrid workingOutput‑focused culture—trusted to operate at senior level What you’ll be doing Phase 1
Build & Lead by Example—Owning and scaling a high‑value 360 legal desk Recruiting senior lawyers across private practice and/or in‑house Developing long‑term partnerships with leading firms and legal teams Acting as a senior presence in the Manchester legal market
Phase 2
Team & Market Growth—Mentoring and developing consultants as the team grows Supporting hiring, onboarding and performance standards Helping shape regional legal strategy alongside senior leadership Building Henderson Scott’s reputation as a leading Legal recruiter in the North
This role evolves with you, moving from individual excellence to team leadership and regional ownership. Who we’re looking for
Senior legal recruiter with a strong, consistent billing history Experience operating at Principal or Managing Consultant level Clear ambition to move into people leadership Strong knowledge of the Northern legal market A collaborative, values‑led leadership style
If you’re ready to build something you can own, step into leadership with proper backing, and progress toward a Director role, this is a rare and credible opportunity to do exactly that. Interested? Apply online or in total confidence contact alex.bournehenderson@scott.co.uk or our Director of Legal, david.holdenhenderson@scott.co.uk for further insight into the long‑term opportunity. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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