Position Overview:
Our client, a prestigious global law firm with a strong international presence, is seeking a Lateral Recruitment Manager to join their New York office. The firm is renowned for providing exceptional legal services, blending in-depth local expertise with global knowledge.
The Lateral Recruitment Manager will play a key role in supporting lateral recruitment for the Americas region, specifically focusing on the recruitment of lateral partners. This position will be integral to driving the recruitment strategy and ensuring a streamlined and effective process that aligns with the firm’s business goals. The role reports directly to the Senior Lateral Partner Recruiting Manager for the US.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with hiring stakeholders, practice areas, and key internal teams to support the firm’s recruitment strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and growth objectives.
- Work collaboratively with a global team of recruiters to provide a unified recruitment experience, focusing on lateral partner hiring and smooth onboarding processes.
- Lead and manage recruitment efforts in the Americas, developing innovative solutions to attract top talent and implementing best practices tailored to the competitive legal market.
- Design and execute recruitment strategies that align with both the firm’s broader business goals and regional market trends.
- Ensure that all recruitment processes and strategies align with the firm’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives.
- Regularly monitor and report on recruitment progress, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as Mansfield Rule.
- Utilize market intelligence and internal research to strategically source and identify high-quality lateral partner candidates.
- Prepare and present regular recruitment updates, plans, and progress reports to internal stakeholders, senior partners, and other relevant teams.
- Oversee recruitment approval processes, manage documentation, and create relevant market reports and business cases to support hiring decisions.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate terms with preferred suppliers, ensuring alignment with market standards and firm objectives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for lateral candidates, guiding them through the interview and offer process, ensuring a positive and professional experience.
- Coordinate interview scheduling, ensuring all interviewers are prepared and candidates receive a seamless, consistent experience.
- Support the preparation and execution of internal and external meetings with stakeholders and search firms.
- Provide mentorship and training to junior members of the recruitment team to foster professional development and improve team recruitment capabilities.
- Stay informed on industry trends and maintain a strong network within the legal recruitment community to support the firm’s recruitment strategy.
Qualifications:
- Experience: A minimum of 6+ years in legal recruitment, with significant focus on lateral partner recruitment. Experience within a law firm environment is preferred.
- Skills: Proven track record in managing high-demand candidates in a competitive market, with strong negotiating and communication abilities.
- Expertise: In-depth knowledge of recruitment strategies, candidate engagement, and advanced talent acquisition methodologies.
- Confidentiality & Discretion: A demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and confidentiality throughout the recruitment process.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, partners, and candidates.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that recruitment processes are executed flawlessly with a focus on delivering exceptional client service.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems.
- Flexibility: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Availability to work outside regular business hours may be required.
- Legal Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation and Benefits:
Our client offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $175,000, depending on experience. The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. They provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of gender, identity, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. The firm actively supports employee networks and initiatives aimed at continuous improvement.
