Legal Account Executive

Founded in 1948, Robert Half pioneered the concept of professional staffing services. As a top staffing agency, Robert Half once again was named to FORTUNE® magazine's list of "World's Most Admired Companies" and was the highest-ranked staffing firm. (March 1, 2016) The company is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: RHI) and is a member of the S&P 500 index.

Robert Half Legal is a premier provider of legal professionals on a temporary, project and full-time basis. We specialize in the placement of attorneys, paralegals and legal support personnel for law firms and corporate legal departments. In order to meet the growing demands of our clients for legal professionals, we are looking for a talented, focused, results-oriented person. This is a great opportunity to join our organization and be an integral part of our winning team.

* **Business development:** Develop and grow your own client base by marketing our legal staffing services for full time placement solutions using your proven legal and/or recruiting background. Market to law firms and corporate legal clients via telephone as well as conduct in-person meetings with C-level executives and key decision makers. Recruiting Manager will participate in local legal associations and networking events to solidify Robert Half Legal’s presence in the local business community. * **Placement activities:** Select well-matched candidates to fulfill client job orders and maintain on-going contact with client companies and temporary professionals currently on assignment to ensure both receive exceptional customer service. In addition, the account executive will resolve any customer service issues quickly and efficiently to maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction. * Meet and exceed weekly business development goals.

* Bachelor’s degree required. Paralegal degree/certification or law degree preferred. * 2+ years’ of business to business development experience and/or working in a legal related field is preferred. * Must have a strong desire to build a career in business development by using proven closing skills and the ability to build client relationships. * A combination of business development and account management skills are required. * Ability to multi-task and persevere in a fast paced dynamic environment with a sense of urgency. * Must have a proven track record of success and be a competitive and self-motivated individual.