Principal Recruiter Job at The SR Group in New York

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Join a Global Leader in Legal Recruitment

The SR Group is a global recruitment powerhouse, home to five specialist consultancies: Brewer Morris (Accounting), Carter Murray (Sales & Marketing), Frazer Jones (HR), Keller West (IT), and Taylor Root (Legal). With a strong international footprint and a reputation for excellence, we connect top‑tier talent with world‑class organizations.

Why Join Us?

At The SR Group, you’ll be part of a high‑performing, collaborative team that values expertise, ambition, and integrity. We offer a clear path for career growth—whether you’re looking to deepen your impact in the U.S. or explore opportunities in our offices across Europe and the Middle East.

🕓 Schedule: Hybrid (2–3 days/week in Midtown Manhattan office)

Principal Recruiter – In-house Legal Recruitment

We’re seeking a confident, driven recruitment professional to join our Taylor Root team. You’ll specialize in placing top legal talent into in‑house roles across industries—from Fortune 500 companies to high‑growth startups.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source and engage high‑caliber legal professionals for in‑house roles via LinkedIn, referrals, events, and other channels
• Conduct strategic interviews and assessments to ensure strong candidate‑client alignment
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of in‑house legal talent, keeping candidates informed and engaged
• Act as a trusted advisor to candidates, helping them navigate career transitions and long‑term goals
• Drive business development by identifying hiring needs across corporate legal departments
• Partner closely with clients to deliver tailored recruitment strategies and market insights
• Lead client meetings, pitch services, and negotiate contracts with confidence
• Maintain accurate records in our CRM and report regularly on performance metrics

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Legal or Marketing recruitment within a staffing agency (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR, or a related field (required)
• Proven success in business development and client relationship management
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A proactive, results‑oriented mindset with a passion for recruitment and sales

What We Offer

• Clear career progression and professional development support
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employees and families
• 100% employer‑covered HDHP for employee‑only coverage
• Employer‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability
• Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development and Consulting

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting