Lateral Recruiting Specialist, Lateral Associate Recruiting

We are seeking a Lateral Recruiting Specialist to join K&L Gates. The Legal Recruiting Specialist, Lateral Associate Recruiting, independently manages and advances lateral associate and counsel recruiting initiatives across all U.S. practices. The Specialist serves as a primary contact for assigned candidates, search firms, hiring stakeholders, and internal teams, and supports team development through knowledge sharing, cross-training, project leadership, and workflow coordination. ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Manage assigned lateral associate and counsel searches within established strategies, timelines, and approval frameworks. • Partner with Legal Recruiting team and stakeholders to understand hiring priorities and candidate profiles. • Manage candidate progression through sourcing, screening, interviews, feedback, offer coordination, and transition. • Maintain productive relationships with candidates, search firms, and internal stakeholders. • Review candidate submissions, facilitate evaluation and feedback, and support competitive recruiting and offer-related matters. • Provide timely pipeline and search updates. • Maintain accurate candidate, interview, offer, and activity information in recruiting systems. • Maintain reports, trackers, templates, guides, and documentation; monitor data quality and process compliance. • Facilitate handoff of accepted candidates to Human Resources, Integration, and onboarding stakeholders. • Provide guidance and day-to-day support to coordinators and recruiting support resources. • Lead or contribute to projects, training, policy reviews, and process enhancements. ADDITIONAL DUTIES EXPERIENCE SKILLS REQUIRED • Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience preferred; advanced degree a plus. • Minimum of five years of recruiting, talent acquisition, program management, or related experience, preferably within a law firm, law school, or professional services environment. • Demonstrated ability to independently manage defined recruiting programs, searches, projects, and stakeholder relationships within established priorities and approval frameworks, with limited supervision. • Strong project management, organizational, written and verbal communication, relationship-building, and client-service skills. • Sound judgment and the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and determine when escalation is appropriate. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, responsiveness, and timely follow-through. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a matrixed and geographically dispersed team. • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, recruiting platforms, spreadsheets, presentation software, and standard business applications. • Ability to work outside regular business hours and travel periodically when business needs require. • Must be able to manage the demands of a fast-paced work environment, including multiple priorities and deadlines. • Must be able to exercise sound judgment, adapt to changing priorities, and communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels. • Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule that may require extended hours and occasional weekend work. ADDITIONAL ABILITIES REQUIRED Compensation Salary $75,000 - $141,000 / year The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. BENEFITS K&L Gates offers our personnel a comprehensive suite of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time personnel include: • Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature) • Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge • Dental Insurance • Wellness Program • Vision Insurance • Pre-tax Commuting Benefits • 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing • Business Travel Accident Insurance • Short- and Long-term Disability Protection • Pet Insurance • Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment) • Health Advocacy Services • Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year) • Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance • Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off) • Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service • Paid Holidays (12) • Addiction Resources • Family Building Benefits • Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services • Flexible Spending Accounts • Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements • Employee Assistance Program • Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities • 529 Deductions • Relocation • Accident Insurance • Employee Referral Program • Critical Illness Insurance • Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities • Hospital Indemnity Insurance • Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs • Bereavement Leave • All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law