This role will take ownership of Business Support and Paralegal recruitment across Fieldfisher’s UK offices. It will also involve leading recruitment-related projects and contributing to broader recruitment and HR initiatives within the team.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact for hiring managers in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Belfast regarding recruitment for business support, legal support, and paralegal roles.
Work closely with hiring managers and recruitment stakeholders on a daily basis to advise on recruitment strategy, with a strong emphasis on direct hiring and addressing resourcing needs.
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including:Meeting with hiring managers to define and confirm job specifications.
Direct sourcing of candidates via LinkedIn and other relevant platforms.
Candidate selection and interviews (with support from the team coordinator).
Candidate management and feedback.
Management of offer documentation (with support from the onboarding team).
Market mapping and salary benchmarking.
Lead the Business Services Recruitment Team (two Advisors and one Coordinator).
Ensure a streamlined, positive, and professional candidate experience from interview through to offer.
Promote the Fieldfisher brand in Northern Ireland to attract top talent directly.
Collaborate with the Early Careers Manager to build a talent pipeline through apprenticeship and training programmes in Belfast.
Develop strong relationships with the Belfast leadership team to support the growth of Fieldfisher’s Belfast office.
Key Skills & Experience
Experience working at management level within a law firm environment.
A strong client service ethos, with the ability to promote the recruitment team internally through service excellence.
In-depth knowledge of the Northern Ireland recruitment market.
Proven experience recruiting for business support roles, including (but not limited to) PAs, Paralegals, and roles across Finance, IT, Marketing, Risk, and HR.
Ability to build strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders.
A successful track record of directly sourcing candidates at all levels using appropriate channels.
Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to perform well under pressure.
High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and initiative.
Demonstrated project management and organisational capabilities.
Confident people management skills and the ability to work effectively in a small, dual-location team.
Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
A clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the ability to maintain it at all times.
Who are we looking for?
We don’t have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.
What do we offer?
You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
Modern Office Space: Located in the iconic Titanic Quarter with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
Nurturing your talent: Take a ‘build a career’ approach to your training. You’ll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you’d like to study more closely.
Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.
Inclusion is not exclusive:
If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.
We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine, at interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.
For accessibility information on our Belfast office, visit: Accessing Fieldfisher Belfast Hub ¦ Fieldfisher
What to do next:
Click ‘Apply Now’, complete an online application and upload a CV.
Successful applications will be invited to a 20–30-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
Every role recruits differently. But we’ll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.
For hybrid opportunities, you’ll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can’t always promise that. We will work around everyone’s availability. You can contact us at .
We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.
