Recruiting Manager

For the DC Office of a Global Law Firm

Responsibilities include:

  • Collaborate with firm leadership to develop and implement a proactive lateral recruiting strategy, overseeing all aspects of hiring and onboarding for designated offices;
  • Build and maintain relationships with law school career services, oversee summer associate and fall recruiting programs, and engage with associates to foster long-term connections;
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with legal search firms to enhance the firm’s visibility and attract top talent;
  • Oversee onboarding, orientation, and integration processes for all lateral and new hires to ensure a seamless transition;
  • Maintain and uphold recruiting policies and procedures to align with firmwide hiring goals and best practices;
  • Plan and attend summer associate events, fall recruiting programs, and other initiatives that strengthen recruitment efforts.

Qualifications include:

  • BA/BS degree with at least 6 years of legal recruitment or career development experience within a law firm;
  • Extensive experience managing attorney recruitment, strategy development, onboarding, and integration;
  • Deep understanding of legal recruiting best practices, market trends, and law firm hiring strategies;
  • Strong relationship-building abilities, professional judgment, and excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail;
  • Experience managing candidates in an applicant tracking system and utilizing recruiting technology effectively.
Salary: $150k-$160k

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