The Lateral Recruiting Specialist reports to the Associate Director of Lateral Recruiting and is responsible for managing lateral recruitment for the New York office of a law firm. The role includes developing recruitment strategies, managing relationships with legal search firms, and overseeing the entire hiring process for lateral associates, counsel, judicial clerks, and other full-time associates. This involves screening resumes, coordinating interviews, facilitating decision-making, and drafting offer letters. The specialist is also tasked with maintaining recruitment records, processing invoices, and tracking candidate data to inform recruitment strategies.

The role requires collaboration with various practice groups and recruiting staff across other offices. It involves a high level of organization, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills to ensure an excellent candidate experience. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree, at least four years of law firm experience, and strong communication skills. The position requires being present in the office at least three times a week and offers a salary range of $85,000 to $105,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Additionally, the candidate must be adaptable, able to handle confidential information, and work both independently and as part of a team.