Legal Recruiting Manager

Jenner & Block; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Chicago is seeking a Legal Recruiting Manager to drive recruiting excellence, manage the recruiting team, and shape the summer associate program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in recruitment, exceptional leadership skills, and a proactive mindset. This role offers a chance to significantly impact the firm's success in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in recruitment or related roles.
• Proven management experience leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Chicago attorney recruiting.
• Manage and mentor the Chicago Legal Recruiting Coordinator.
• Oversee the Chicago summer associate program.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ViDesktop

Microsoft Office

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Overview

Jenner & Block is seeking a driven and innovative leader to serve as Manager of Legal Recruiting in our Chicago office. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic Talent Team dedicated to attracting, hiring, and retaining top-tier legal talent while contributing to firmwide initiatives that shape the future of our workforce. While a background in legal recruiting is highly valued, we welcome applicants with expertise in recruitment, talent acquisition, or related fields within professional services who bring proven management experience. If you've successfully led teams, navigated complex recruiting environments, and built strong relationships with stakeholders, we encourage you to apply.

This position is an exempt role based in Chicago, responsible for the full recruiting lifecycle for lawyers, including summer associates, post-clerks, and lateral associates. The role involves fostering strong partnerships with practice group leaders, senior management, and our Professional Teams. The Legal Recruiting Manager will support key firmwide recruiting initiatives and will manage the Chicago Legal Recruiting team. The role reports to the Firmwide Director of Legal Recruiting.

What You'll Do

1. Drive Recruiting Excellence: Lead all aspects of Chicago attorney recruiting, including candidate sourcing, on-campus recruiting, interviews, communications, and onboarding.
2. Build Partnerships: Collaborate with hiring partners, recruiting committees, and practice group leaders to develop and implement innovative hiring strategies.
3. Shape the Summer Program: Oversee the Chicago summer associate program, including training, assignments, evaluations, and events.
4. Lead and Inspire: Manage and mentor the Chicago Legal Recruiting Coordinator, fostering their growth and development.
5. Enhance Integration: Ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new associates, setting them up for success within the firm.
6. Collaborate Firmwide: Partner with the Talent Team and senior leaders to share best practices and deliver a seamless candidate experience.

What We're Looking For

• A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years in recruitment or related roles, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Proven management experience with a strong ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels.
• A creative, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset to solve challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ViDesktop preferred), Microsoft Office, and a willingness to master new tools.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the firm's success while working in a supportive and collegial environment. If you're excited to bring your skills and experience to a top-tier legal organization, we want to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Law Practice