The Senior Recruiting Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the recruitment for the assigned office(s) focusing on summer associates and lateral attorney hires. This role works closely with the firm's hiring partners, office leaders, and reports to the Director of Recruiting and Professional Development to ensure an efficient, and effective recruitment process that aligns with the firm's goals and strategy. The Senior Recruiting Manager will manage the full lifecycle of the recruiting process to facilitate the hire of qualified summer associates as well as lateral attorney hires. This role requires a seasoned professional with experience in professional services recruiting, a strategic mindset, and a strong focus on results.
The Senior Recruiting Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the recruitment for the assigned office(s) focusing on summer associates and lateral attorney hires. This role works closely with the firm's hiring partners, office leaders, and reports to the Director of Recruiting and Professional Development to ensure an efficient, and effective recruitment process that aligns with the firm's goals and strategy. The Senior Recruiting Manager will manage the full lifecycle of the recruiting process to facilitate the hire of qualified summer associates as well as lateral attorney hires. This role requires a seasoned professional with experience in professional services recruiting, a strategic mindset, and a strong focus on results.
Primary Responsibilities - Lead the development and execution of recruiting strategies for lateral attorney hiring, ensuring alignment with the firm's long-term goals. Analyze hiring needs, project future hiring trends, and recommend process improvements to meet staffing objectives.
- Oversee the Recruiting Manager and entry-level hiring team to develop strategy for law student hiring and the Summer Associate Program. Ensure a seamless experience for all summer associates, from recruitment to full-time transition.
- Oversee the coordination of callback interviews, offer processes, and new hire orientations.
- Maintain and optimize the recruiting database, ensuring accurate information. Generate regular statistical reports and provide insights to senior leadership on recruiting trends and metrics.
- Work closely with the Communications team to create and update recruiting marketing materials for candidates and search firms. Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all recruiting channels and external communications.
- Maintain regular contact with external vendors, law schools, and other relevant organizations to strengthen the firm's recruitment pipeline.
- Work with the Communications Team on marketing and promotional materials.
- Manage, mentor, and develop junior team members, ensuring consistent training and high performance. Provide guidance and support in day-to-day activities and in achieving individual and team recruitment goals.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all candidates including lateral attorney candidates and new hires, ensuring an exceptional experience throughout the recruiting process and beyond.
Minimum Requirements:- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written, with the ability to influence
and engage key stakeholders. - Proven ability to manage multiple complexes recruiting processes in a fast-paced environment while
maintaining a high level of attention to detail. - Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience managing teams and collaborating across functions.
- Highly organized, strategic, and results-driven with a focus on improving processes and driving efficiencies.
- Strong problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and ability to handle competing priorities.
- Professional demeanor with exceptional customer service skills, ensuring a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with VI Recruit or similar recruiting software strongly preferred.
- Ability to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed.
- Ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and candidates.
Education and Experience:- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or certifications in Human Resources or related fields preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of professional services recruiting experience, with a focus on law firm or legal industry recruitment.
