Job Description

Job Title: Legal Recruiter- Big Law

Location: Dallas, TX

Position Type: Full-Time / Hybrid or On-Site

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Legal Recruiter to join a prestigious Big Law firm in Dallas. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the legal industry, particularly within large law firm environments, and a proven track record of recruiting top-tier legal talent. This role is pivotal in shaping the firm’s talent pipeline and maintaining its reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition Strategy:
• Develop and execute strategic recruitment plans for lateral attorneys, partners, and legal support staff.
• Collaborate with practice group leaders and HR to forecast hiring needs and align recruitment efforts with firm goals.

OCI & Law School Engagement:

• Lead the firm’s OCI program, including coordination with law schools, scheduling interviews, and managing candidate communications.
• Represent the firm at law school events, career fairs, and networking functions.
• Oversee summer associate program logistics, evaluations, and conversion strategies.

Pre-Summer Associate Programs:

• Design and manage pre-summer associate initiatives such as early outreach, mentorship pairings, and pre-OCI networking events.
• Partner with Diversity & Inclusion teams to support pipeline-building efforts for underrepresented law students.
• Track engagement and outcomes to inform future programming and hiring decisions.

Candidate Sourcing & Engagement:

• Source candidates through direct outreach, referrals, job boards, and legal recruiting platforms.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified legal professionals.
• Conduct initial screening interviews and assess candidate fit based on experience, credentials, and cultural alignment.

Relationship Management:

• Cultivate relationships with law schools, legal associations, and external recruiters.
• Serve as a brand ambassador for the firm in the legal community.

Process Management:

• Coordinate interview schedules, feedback collection, and offer negotiations.
• Ensure a seamless candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.

Market Intelligence:

• Stay informed on legal market trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitor activity.
• Provide strategic insights to leadership on hiring trends and talent availability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of legal recruiting experience, ideally within Big Law or a legal search firm.
• Strong understanding of law firm structures, practice areas, and attorney career paths.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and legal recruiting databases (e.g., Leopard Solutions).
• Ability to manage multiple searches and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience recruiting for lateral partner and associate roles.
• Familiarity with Dallas legal market and regional talent pools.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
• Results-driven with a proactive and collaborative approach.

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