Lateral Recruiter

Overview

• Lead lateral recruitment initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and talent acquisition strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and recruitment agencies to identify and secure top-tier candidates.
• Analyze hiring trends and attrition rates to optimize recruitment processes and strategies.
• Coordinate onboarding and integration processes with Talent Management and Conflicts teams.
• Monitor market conditions to provide insights and recommendations for recruitment improvements.
• Manage communication and logistics for the Visiting Lawyers Program, including LL.M. Job Fairs.
• Ensure confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive recruitment matters.
• Maintain organized records and documentation related to recruitment activities.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee lateral hiring processes, including agency coordination, scheduling, and onboarding.
• Develop and maintain relationships with recruitment agencies and headhunters.
• Perform statistical analysis on recruitment data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Managing Partners to assess practice group needs and candidate suitability.
• Coordinate communication and logistics for the Visiting Lawyers Program.
• Participate in recruitment events, such as LL.M. Job Fairs, to attract top talent.
• Provide regular progress reports on recruitment activities and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements in recruitment processes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts (BA) with a minimum of 8 years of recruiting experience.
• Preferred 10 years of recruiting experience, ideally within a law firm environment.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, and interpersonal skills to manage complex recruitment processes.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and reporting for recruitment metrics.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Experience in managing recruitment events and programs, such as job fairs.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.