We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Legal Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruiting for a variety of roles, including attorneys, legal support personnel, and administrative staff. The ideal candidate will have experience recruiting in the legal field, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and improve applicant tracking systems.
Responsibilities:
Source, screen, and recruit top-tier candidates for legal positions including associate attorneys, senior attorneys, and partner-level attorneys
Recruit for non-attorney roles such as paralegals, legal assistants, marketing personnel, and administrative staff
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: job postings, resume screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding
Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and ensure a seamless recruitment process
Utilize platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and legal job boards to attract talent
Maintain and optimize the applicant tracking system (Lever), ensuring accurate data and a user-friendly structure
Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to leadership
Skills and Qualifications:
Hard Skills:
Proven experience with applicant tracking systems (preferably Lever)
Familiarity with legal roles and terminology
Strong sourcing skills via LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and Boolean searches
Competence in MS Office Suite and/or Google Workspace
Strong written and verbal communication in English
Data-driven approach to recruitment with experience in tracking KPIs and metrics
Soft Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
High level of organization and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information
Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving