Attorney Recruiting & Integration Leader

Thompson Coburn LLP; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & ADD

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Profit Sharing

Parking/Transportation Stipend

Paid Holidays

PTO

Annual Discretionary Bonus

EAP

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

529 Plans

Long Term Care

Job summary

Thompson Coburn LLP seeks a Senior Manager of Legal Recruiting & Integration to lead attorney recruitment and onboarding across multiple offices, including Birmingham. You will partner with leadership to shape recruiting strategies, oversee the Summer Associate program, and develop integration programs for new attorneys and partners.

The role requires 7+ years in legal recruiting, 3+ years of management, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• J.D. degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in legal recruiting or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of preceding management experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Chief Legal Recruiting Officer to develop attorney recruiting and integration strategies.
• Provide leadership and oversight to the Legal Recruiting team.
• Oversee the Summer Associate program.
• Support hiring initiatives via market research and talent trends.
• Maintain relationships with search firms, law schools, and industry contacts.
• Develop and manage integration programs and onboarding for associates and partners.
• Serve as primary contact for attorney integration matters.
• Refine onboarding and integration processes and materials.
• Track progress, produce reports, and capture lessons learned.
• Supervise and coach coordinators and specialists; conduct evaluations and compensation reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Juris Doctor (J.D.) preferred

Legal recruiting experience

Job description

Thompson Coburn LLP seeks a Senior Manager of Legal Recruiting & Integration to lead attorney recruitment and onboarding across multiple offices, including Birmingham. You will partner with leadership to shape recruiting strategies, oversee the Summer Associate program, and develop integration programs for new attorneys and partners.

The role requires 7+ years in legal recruiting, 3+ years of management, and the ability to travel as needed.