Business Development Director

Special Counsel is the largest nationwide legal search firm specializing in the placement of attorneys and legal professionals in law firms and legal departments nationwide. We have an excellent opportunity for a Business Development Director to join our Orange County team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for business development, and the recruitment and placement of contract and direct hire attorneys and direct hire and temp paralegals and legal support personnel for law firms and corporate legal departments. We are seeking a high-energy, motivated, goal-oriented individual who can think on his or her feet and who is interested in earnings that directly reflect his or her effort. We are looking for someone who wants to work hard and reap the rewards of doing so, who is eager for a challenge that provides personal satisfaction plus the opportunity for considerable financial reward in a fast-paced, demanding environment. We offer an exciting, challenging, fun and productive atmosphere. Compensation is a base salary plus commission, with unlimited earning potential. Health/ vision/ dental insurance, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement and many other benefits! If you enjoy meeting with clients in person as well as dealing with them over the telephone and working at a fast pace, this could be the ideal position for you. You will be rewarded financially for your successes.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Juris Doctorate or Paralegal background and Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years of solid experience working as an attorney or other legal professional, with a desire for a career change; or
• 4+ years of previous sales experience and a proven track record in sales
• Strong networking skills
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Demonstrated negotiation and presentation skills
• Ability to interface effectively with hiring managers, clients and co-workers
• Proven organizational, customer service, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and willingness to put in the time to get the work done
• Detail-oriented, results-driven work style; you must have the ability to multi-task
• Self-starter who is able to organize, and prioritize work flow in a fast-paced and constantly changing work environment
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and interruptions to work flow while maintaining a pleasant demeanor
• Must be team-oriented and be able to handle sensitive and confidential information.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to oc@specialcounsel.com.

Job keywords: JD, attorney, business development, recruiter

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