Impactful Associate, Legal, Compliance & Government Affairs

Spencer Stuart; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Stuart seeks an Associate for the Legal, Compliance & Government Affairs Practice. The role focuses on senior-level search engagements for Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel, and other executives, requiring high-touch advisory work and relationship-building.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a client-facing role within law firms or professional services, strong project management, and excellent written and verbal communication. A JD or advanced degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of client-facing experience in a law firm or related professional services.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to start-up phase of each search by assisting in specification and strategy.
• Identify prospects and represent the client in the marketplace.
• Validate candidates through references and source calls.
• Develop and present slate of qualified candidates to client.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree

JD or advanced degree a plus

Job description

Spencer Stuart seeks an Associate for the Legal, Compliance & Government Affairs Practice. The role focuses on senior-level search engagements for Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel, and other executives, requiring high-touch advisory work and relationship-building.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a client-facing role within law firms or professional services, strong project management, and excellent written and verbal communication. A JD or advanced degree is a plus.