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Reed

Recruitment Consultant - Legal

RSR - Edinburgh

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
£27,000 – £32,500 per year
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
16 Sept 2026

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the posting

Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years. Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.

We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.

Pay Range

Salary: £27,000-£32,500 + Uncapped Commission

Job Description

  • Recruitment Consultant
  • Reed Legal | Edinburgh

Salary: £27,000-£32,500 + Uncapped Commission

Location: Edinburgh

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch a rewarding and lucrative career?

Reed Legal is seeking ambitious, driven and commercially minded graduates to join our specialist legal recruitment team in Edinburgh.

No recruitment experience is required. We'll provide the training, support and development needed to help you build a successful career within one of the UK's most established recruitment businesses.

You'll work with legal professionals ranging from Paralegals and Solicitors through to Partners and General Counsel, helping law firms and in-house legal teams attract top talent.

What you'll be doing:

Building relationships with legal professionals and clients

Sourcing and interviewing candidates

Supporting recruitment processes from vacancy qualification through to placement

Learning business development and client management skills

Developing your own specialist market knowledge

Providing consultative advice to candidates and clients

Working towards personal and team targets

What we're looking for:

Degree educated (or equivalent)

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Competitive, ambitious and resilient mindset

Commercial awareness and desire to succeed

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Confidence speaking with professionals at all levels

What you'll receive:

Structured graduate training programme

Dedicated mentorship and coaching

Uncapped commission from day one

Clear progression opportunities

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellness benefits and employee discounts

Opportunity to build a long-term career with a market leader

If you're looking for a graduate opportunity that combines sales, relationship building and genuine earning potential, Reed Legal could be the perfect place to start your career.

  • Feel what it’s like to truly belong…
  • All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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