Goulston & Storrs · 1 month ago
Director of Lateral Partner Recruitment and Integration
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$220K/yr - $270K/yr
8+ years expGoulston & Storrs is a modern, forward-thinking AmLaw 200 firm with a collaborative culture and a commitment to client service excellence. The Director of Lateral Partner Recruitment and Integration plays a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s strategic growth by identifying and integrating high-performing lateral partners to enhance the firm’s values and client service standards.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Vanessa Cruise
Responsibilities
Execute on a proactive strategy for lateral partner and group recruitment that supports the firm’s growth priorities and practice strengths, including real estate, corporate, litigation, private client and trust, and other core areas
Build and maintain strong relationships with legal search professionals, prospective partners, and other market influencers to enhance the firm’s visibility and reputation as an employer of choice
Partner with firm leadership to assess and report on market trends, identify talent gaps, and assess strategic opportunities for expansion
Manage the full lifecycle of lateral hiring, including candidate sourcing, evaluation, due diligence, offer development and socialization, and onboarding and integration coordination
Conduct rigorous candidate assessments, analyzing business plans, financial data, client relationships, and cultural fit in collaboration with firm management
Oversee the due diligence process, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in all communications and documentation
Prepare and present comprehensive candidate profiles and recommendations to the Managing Directors, Executive Committee, practice group co-chairs and other stakeholders
Lead the firm’s lateral partner integration program, ensuring new partners are welcomed, supported, and positioned for long-term success
Collaborate across departments — including Business Development, Client Value, Finance, Marketing, IT, and HR — to coordinate seamless onboarding and client transition support
Design individualized integration plans, track key milestones, and measure outcomes related to client engagement, collaboration, and financial performance
Continuously evaluate and refine integration processes to promote engagement, retention, and productivity
Maintain accurate recruitment and integration metrics, reports, and analytics to inform decision-making and track progress toward firm goals
Monitor legal industry hiring trends, compensation data, and competitor activity to keep the firm’s strategies aligned with market conditions
Provide leadership with actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
Negotiate search firm agreements and manage search firm relationships in collaboration with Director of Associate Recruitment and Integration
Collaborate with Director of Associate Recruitment and Integration to develop and manage Legal Recruitment budget
Contribute to a team culture that focuses on positive collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in lateral partner recruiting or executive search within a law firm or legal industry setting
Demonstrated success leading partner-level recruiting and integration initiatives at an AmLaw 200 or comparably sophisticated firm
Deep understanding of recruiting best practices, law firm economics, practice management, industry trends and client development dynamics
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across all levels
Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, collegial approach consistent with Goulston & Storrs' culture
Proactive, outgoing and client-service oriented personality with growth mindset, professional, positive demeanor and work style
Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and the firm's values of collaboration, inclusion, and excellence
Preferred
JD or advanced degree strongly preferred
Company
Goulston & Storrs
Goulston & Storrs provides legal services for businesses and organisations.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Abraham Leitner
Partner, Co-Chair Tax Group
Adam Curry
Director/Partner
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