Senior Recruitment Consultant

Zagros Search is a distinguished international executive search firm specialising exclusively in the legal sector. With a panoramic "eagle-eye" view across global markets, we partner with leading law firms, financial institutions and high-growth organizations to source elite talent at all levels-from associates and mid-level counsel to partner and team moves. Inspired by the expansive peaks of the Zagros mountain range, our approach combines broad market awareness with meticulous focus to deliver bespoke solutions that give our clients a strategic advantage.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic, ambitious professional to join our team as a Recruitment Consultant. If you are eager to build a high-performing career in global legal talent acquisition and enjoy a fast-paced, performance-driven environment, this is your chance. You will work closely with senior consultants, engage with global clients and build your own book of business in a firm that operates at the highest level of the market.

Ideal Background

• Experience in the legal or financial services sectors (in-house, law firm or advisory)
• Previous exposure to headhunting, executive search, or full-cycle recruitment
• A track record of working with international firms, or across cross-border markets
• Demonstrated sales, business development, or strong communication & negotiation skills

Key Responsibilities

• Build and nurture client relationships with top tier law firms, financial institutions and specialist practices
• Source, assess and engage high calibre legal candidates for global mandates (associates, mid level counsel, partner/team moves)
• Drive business development: market mapping, competitive intelligence, networking and building a global talent pipeline
• Work in partnership with our senior team to deliver strategic search mandates to the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance and client service

Personality Fit

We are looking for a confident, globally minded professional who thrives in a high-performance consultation led business. You should be entrepreneurial, driven to succeed, and eager to develop within a growing international recruitment firm. You will bring both commercial acumen and a polished, professional presence-ready to represent Zagros Search to senior stakeholders from day one.

• Work on prestigious, global mandates in the premium legal market
• Fast-paced, high growth environment with clear progression opportunities
• Direct exposure to clients, candidates and high-impact assignments
• Collaborative culture where performance is rewarded and development is supported

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Sales, and Legal

Industries

• Executive Search Services, Staffing and Recruiting, and Business Consulting and Services