Lateral Partner Recruiting Specialist

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; Illinois; On-site; USD 74,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid Time Off

401K program

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is seeking a Lateral Partner Recruiting Specialist to join their team in the United States. This role involves guiding candidates through the entire recruitment process while collaborating closely with leadership. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in recruiting, preferably in law firms, along with exceptional communication and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary range, with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in recruiting, preferably in a law firm.
• Prior legal recruiting experience with lateral partner, associate, or judicial clerkship recruiting is preferred.
• Willingness to work during irregular hours for urgent tasks.

Responsibilities

• Guide candidates through the recruiting lifecycle from submission to integration.
• Collaborate with the Chief Growth and Integration Officer on recruiting priorities.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to handle concurrent projects

Ability to work independently and in teams

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

iCIMS

LawCruit

Job description

Overview

Are you a creative, organized, high-energy individual who thrives in professional services environments? Do you love working alongside smart, savvy forward-thinkers? This could be the opportunity you have been looking for.

Position

Orrick has an excellent opportunity for a Lateral Partner Recruiting Specialist who is ready to be challenged and build a career within an AmLaw Top 100 law firm. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices.

Responsibilities

As a Lateral Partner Recruiting Specialist at Orrick, you will join a top-notch team that places an emphasis on innovation, teamwork and adapting to the evolving practices of competitive legal recruiting. As one of the primary recruiting contacts for partner candidates, you will be responsible for guiding candidates through the full recruiting lifecycle, from submission to integration, all the while providing a high-touch, white glove experience to internal and external stakeholders. You will work closely with the Sr. Manager of Growth & Integration and collaborate with the Chief Growth and Integration Officer to execute on Orrick’s top strategic recruiting priorities.

It is expected that you will understand the following: Orrick's innovative vision and the Growth & Integration Team’s role in realizing that vision; the firm’s strategy; Orrick’s key sectors and practice groups; how to best represent Orrick to candidates and search firms; how to be an ambassador for Orrick; and how to identify the credentials that are predictors of successful Orrick partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in recruiting, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment. Prior legal recruiting experience with lateral partner, associate and/or judicial clerkship recruiting is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Zoom, Teams and applicant tracking systems, such as iCIMS or LawCruit preferred.
• Extraordinary verbal and written communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Demonstrated organization and time-management skills.
• The ability to be innovative and operate in an enthusiastic manner with a broad range of professionals. Demonstrated experience working both independently and harmoniously on teams.
• Adept at handling concurrent projects and effectively prioritizing tasks in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
• Your flexibility and dedication to work beyond the position’s written duties and assist in various areas of the firm’s operations is essential.
• Willingness to work during irregular evening and weekend hours when required for time-sensitive, project-specific activities and/or during urgent situations.

Who is Orrick?

Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is:

• New York City, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco $74,000 - $117,000
• Washington DC, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica, Sacramento, Boston, and Seattle $74,000 - $117,000
• All Other US Locations $74,000 - $115,000

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program and paid holidays.

How to Apply

To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.