Legal Recruiting Manager

Overview

• Lead law student and entry-level recruitment, hiring, and integration efforts for a prominent legal organization.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and committees to develop strategic recruiting initiatives.
• Manage orientation, onboarding, and integration processes for new hires and summer associates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with law school career services to enhance recruitment efforts.
• Design and implement summer associate programs, including training, events, and evaluations.
• Provide expertise in legal recruiting practices and standards, ensuring compliance and excellence.
• Supervise department staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Prepare and manage the annual recruiting budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Contribute to the firm's diversity initiatives and strategic marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage law student recruitment and entry-level hiring processes for the organization.
• Coordinate interview processes, including on-campus and in-office programs.
• Oversee the development and production of recruiting materials and competitive data.
• Plan and execute law school recruiting programs, receptions, and sponsorships.
• Collaborate with the Professional Development team on mentoring program pairings.
• Ensure completion of due diligence processes for candidates and maintain applicant tracking systems.
• Supervise and manage department staff, ensuring effective team management.
• Prepare reports and surveys related to recruiting activities and outcomes.
• Coordinate attorney departure processes and local office initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in law firm recruiting, with supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in legal recruiting practices, standards, and attorney development.
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead a team effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NALP standards and familiarity with VI Desktop, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• Flexibility to work onsite 3-4 days a week, with occasional extended hours.
• Willingness to travel as necessary for recruitment activities.
• Commitment to long-term career growth within legal recruiting.