The Lateral Attorney Recruitment Lead is responsible for the comprehensive recruitment process of lateral attorneys for a law firm’s New York office. This role requires collaboration with Partners and stakeholders to effectively identify and attract top legal talent. Key responsibilities include managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, serving as the primary contact for internal stakeholders and search firms, and ensuring a positive candidate experience.

The lead will work closely with the Director of Recruiting to address staffing needs, provide insights on market trends, and develop customized recruitment strategies that align with the firm’s objectives. Building and maintaining relationships with legal search firms and recruitment partners is essential for enhancing the talent pipeline and the firm’s visibility. The role also involves analyzing recruitment metrics to evaluate strategy effectiveness and identify improvement areas while reporting findings to firm leadership. Staying updated on industry trends in the lateral attorney market is crucial.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), with 5-8 years in lateral attorney recruitment or related fields, ideally with legal industry experience. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills are required, along with proficiency in recruitment software. The salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000.