Manager of Attorney/ Partner Recruiting (Hybrid)

Latitude Inc; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Latitude Inc is seeking a Manager of Attorney/Partner Recruiting to lead and execute recruitment strategies for top-tier attorneys and partners. This hybrid position involves designing recruitment strategies, managing candidate relationships, and overseeing onboarding processes while aligning efforts with firm goals.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the legal industry.
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage full-cycle recruiting.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive recruiting strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with law schools and legal search firms.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates.

Job description

Job Summary:

The Manager of Attorney/Partner Recruiting will lead and execute the recruitment strategies for identifying, attracting, and onboarding high-caliber attorneys and partners. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the legal industry, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to manage full-cycle recruiting. The Manager will work closely with firm leadership, practice group leaders, and human resources to align recruiting efforts with the firm's overall business goals. This position offers hybrid flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment Strategy Development:
• Design and implement comprehensive recruiting strategies to attract top attorney and partner talent.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify current and future hiring needs and develop a talent pipeline.
• Sourcing and Networking:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with law schools, legal search firms, professional organizations, and other recruitment sources.
• Proactively source candidates through networking, industry events, referrals, and digital platforms.
• Candidate Assessment and Selection:
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure alignment with the firm's values, culture, and strategic goals.
• Coordinate and manage the interview process, including scheduling, feedback collection, and decision-making support.
• Relationship Management:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a positive and professional experience.
• Maintain long-term relationships with potential candidates and key influencers in the legal industry.
• Market Analysis and Reporting:
• Stay updated on legal industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices.
• Prepare and present reports on recruiting metrics, market trends, and hiring progress to firm leadership.
• Onboarding and Integration:
• Oversee the onboarding and integration of new attorneys and partners, ensuring a smooth transition into the firm.
• Work with internal stakeholders to provide support and resources for new hires during their acclimation period.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration:
• Lead and mentor junior recruiting staff, fostering professional growth and development.
• Partner with HR, marketing, and practice groups to align recruiting initiatives with broader firm goals.

$100,000 - $140,000 a year