Lateral Recruiter

Overview

• Lead lateral recruitment strategies to attract and secure top-tier talent aligned with organizational goals and growth objectives.
• Collaborate with leadership and recruitment agencies to identify and engage high-caliber candidates effectively.
• Analyze hiring trends and market conditions to refine recruitment processes and strategies.
• Coordinate onboarding and integration processes to ensure seamless transitions for new hires.
• Manage recruitment programs, including LL.M. Job Fairs and the Visiting Lawyers Program.
• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance recruitment effectiveness and organizational talent acquisition.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive recruitment matters.
• Ensure compliance with legal and organizational policies throughout recruitment processes.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee all aspects of lateral hiring, including agency coordination, candidate evaluation, and onboarding.
• Develop and maintain relationships with recruitment agencies and industry professionals to expand talent networks.
• Analyze recruitment data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess practice group needs and align recruitment efforts accordingly.
• Coordinate logistics and communication for recruitment events and programs.
• Participate in industry events to represent the organization and attract top talent.
• Provide regular updates and reports on recruitment activities and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies and legal standards in all recruitment activities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts (BA) or related field, with 8+ years of recruiting experience.
• Preferred 10 years of recruiting experience, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex recruitment processes and programs effectively.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret recruitment metrics and market trends.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating recruitment events and managing candidate pipelines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.