Legal Recruitment Specialist
Legal
PhiladelphiaPennsylvania Direct Hire Jan 21, 2026
Job Title: Legal Recruitment Specialist
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Legal Recruitment Specialist to join our client’s team and drive full-cycle recruitment efforts for legal professionals. This role will focus on sourcing top talent, managing the hiring process, and supporting onboarding initiatives to ensure a seamless candidate experience. Located in Philadelphia, PA, this is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days onsite per week and is a direct hire opportunity.
Compensation:
$70,000 – $85,000 annually
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, standard business hours
Key Responsibilities of the Legal Recruitment Specialist:
  • Manage full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews for legal roles
  • Create and post engaging job advertisements and outreach messages on professional platforms
  • Support onboarding processes, including reference checks, document collection, and scheduling training sessions
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to meet hiring goals
  • Assist with talent acquisition projects and initiatives to improve recruitment efficiency
Qualifications and Skills for the Legal Recruitment Specialist:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment
  • At least 2 years of experience in legal recruitment or within a law firm environment
  • Strong understanding of law firm operations and various legal practice areas
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced setting
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on legal hiring strategies while working in a collaborative and professional environment. You’ll gain exposure to diverse recruitment projects and help shape the future of talent acquisition for a growing organization.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting http://www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.