Legal Recruiting Lead for US Entry-Level & Summer Programs

Dechert LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dechert LLP seeks a Talent Recruiting Manager to lead, develop, and execute the US entry-level associate recruiting strategy across the firm’s US offices. The role focuses on attracting top talent, managing full-cycle recruitment and the summer program, and aligning with the firm’s strategic goals and culture.

The position partners with firm leadership to anticipate hiring needs, improve processes, and enhance candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.
• 7+ years of law firm administration or legal recruiting experience required.
• Systems include Vi, Microsoft Suite, Outlook, WorkDay.

Responsibilities

• Oversee US fall campus and summer associate recruiting across Dechert offices.
• Advise hiring partners and practice group leaders on recruiting strategy and market considerations.
• Promote the firm’s brand to law students and candidates.
• Build relationships with law schools, student organizations, universities, and external recruiters.
• Plan and execute recruiting initiatives with Legal Talent and Marketing to improve firm profile.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for students, summer associates, and associates.
• Coordinate background checks and new-hire paperwork with relevant departments.
• Provide recruiting metrics and insights for committees and planning.
• Manage post-offer processes and candidate engagement during the program.
• Design and administer US summer program including events and feedback processes.
• Mentor recruiting staff and ensure team effectiveness.

Skills

Legal recruiting experience

Stakeholder management

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree or HR certification

Tools

Vi

Microsoft Suite

Outlook

WorkDay

Job description

Dechert LLP seeks a Talent Recruiting Manager to lead, develop, and execute the US entry-level associate recruiting strategy across the firm’s US offices. The role focuses on attracting top talent, managing full-cycle recruitment and the summer program, and aligning with the firm’s strategic goals and culture.

The position partners with firm leadership to anticipate hiring needs, improve processes, and enhance candidate experience.