Legal Recruiter
About PatexiaPatexia is a privately held company founded in 2010 and based in Santa Monica, California. Patexia was built on a simple idea: use the power of information, collaboration, and technology to improve the world of Intellectual Property (IP).Today, Patexia combines AI-powered technology, proprietary legal data, and a strong professional network to bring more transparency, efficiency, and value to the legal industry.About the RolePatexia is looking for a Senior Legal Recruiter to join our growing legal recruiting division. This is a high-impact role for someone who already understands the legal industry, legal recruiting dynamics, and how to build trusted relationships with attorneys and law firms.This is not an entry-level recruiting role. We are specifically looking for someone with strong experience in:Legal recruitingLaw firm recruiting or talent acquisitionLateral recruitingLegal business developmentOr prior experience practicing law within a law firm environmentThe ideal candidate is comfortable operating independently, managing relationships with senior attorneys and law firms, and driving placements from initial outreach through closing.Ideal BackgroundWe are primarily looking for candidates with direct legal industry experience, including one or more of the following:Current or former legal recruiter with a strong placement track recordCurrent or former law firm recruiting manager or talent acquisition professionalAttorney (associate, counsel, or partner) from an AmLaw firm or respected boutique firmLegal industry business development professional with attorney-facing experienceCandidates without legal industry or legal recruiting experience are unlikely to be a fit for this role.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain relationships with attorneys, law firms, and legal professionalsWork directly with law firm hiring partners and recruiting teams to understand hiring needsIdentify and approach qualified attorney candidates using Patexia’s proprietary attorney database and recruiting toolsManage the full recruiting lifecycle from outreach through placementConduct candidate screening, qualification, and opportunity presentationProvide market insight and strategic guidance to candidates and clientsDevelop long-term relationships within the legal marketCollaborate closely with leadership on recruiting strategy and market opportunitiesRequired Skills & QualificationsProven experience in legal recruiting or legal talent acquisitionStrong understanding of law firm structures, attorney hiring, and lateral recruiting processesExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsComfortable with cold outreach and proactive business developmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple searches and priorities simultaneouslySelf-motivated, responsive, and results-orientedProfessional presence and ability to communicate with senior legal professionalsPreferred QualificationsExisting network within the legal industryFamiliarity with the Washington, DC legal marketExperience placing attorneys at law firmsExperience working with IP, litigation, or patent-related practicesWhy Patexia?Above-market commission structureRemote work flexibilityAI-powered recruiting and attorney intelligence tools developed in-houseEntrepreneurial and collaborative environmentOpportunity to help modernize and reshape legal recruitingAccess to proprietary legal datasets and recruiting infrastructureDirect collaboration with experienced legal recruiting professionals and leadershipHow to ApplyPlease apply through LinkedIn or send your resume (maximum 2 pages) and a short cover letter to: