FAQ
For recruiters and employers
Whether you’re a law firm, in-house legal team, public sector organisation or specialist recruitment agency, this section answers common questions about advertising with LegalJobs.co.uk.
LegalJobs.co.uk is a UK-wide specialist job board dedicated exclusively to the legal sector. Unlike generalist job platforms, our audience consists specifically of legal professionals, from trainees to partners and General Counsel.
This focused approach helps employers reach more relevant, higher-quality candidates.
Our audience includes:
We attract both active job seekers and passive candidates exploring new opportunities.
We work with:
You can advertise roles across all legal disciplines and seniority levels, including:
All practice areas are welcome, including corporate, commercial, litigation, property, employment, regulatory, family, private client and more.
Simply visit the “Post a Job” section of the website and follow the step-by-step process. You’ll be able to:
If you require assistance, our team can guide you through the process.
Advert duration depends on the package selected at checkout. Options typically include fixed-duration listings, with potential upgrade features for increased visibility.
If you need to make changes after publication, contact our support team. Minor updates (such as salary clarification or closing date amendments) can typically be accommodated.
Yes. Including your logo helps build brand recognition and improves engagement rates with candidates.
Because LegalJobs.co.uk is sector-specific, applicants are typically:
This targeted audience helps reduce irrelevant applications compared to general job boards.
You can choose how candidates apply:
This flexibility allows you to maintain your existing recruitment workflow.
LegalJobs.co.uk is a job advertising platform and does not directly screen applicants. However, because we focus exclusively on legal roles, the audience is highly relevant.
Many employers now offer hybrid working arrangements, and some roles may be fully remote. The working arrangement will be clearly stated in the job description.
Yes. Legal recruitment agencies are welcome to advertise genuine vacancies within the legal sector.
Yes, where appropriate. Recruiters may post roles without naming the client organisation, provided the job description remains clear and accurate.
As a niche legal platform we offer:
Specialisation leads to better alignment between employer and applicant.
For firms or agencies hiring regularly, tailored advertising packages may be available. Contact our team to discuss volume pricing or longer-term partnerships.
Depending on available options, employers may be able to enhance visibility through featured listings or premium placement. Branded content opportunities are also available.
If you have questions about posting a role, advertising packages, or technical support, please use our contact us page. Our team aims to respond promptly to all employer enquiries.
There are a number of things that can be done to reduce time-to-hire including:
A smooth process improves candidate experience and protects your brand reputation.
Increasingly, candidates expect clarity around salary and benefits. Including this information in your listing can significantly improve both application volume and quality.
