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BakerHostetler · 1 day ago

Recruiting Manager

Mesquite, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

BakerHostetler is seeking an experienced and dynamic Attorney Recruiting Manager to lead lateral attorney hiring for their Texas offices. This role is instrumental in advancing the firm’s strategic growth objectives and delivering a best-in-class recruiting experience.

Law Practice

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Office Managing Partners and Practice Group Leaders to design and implement recruiting strategies that support the firm’s long-term growth and strengthen its market position in Texas

Cultivate strong relationships with leading search firms and industry contacts to ensure a steady pipeline of high-caliber lateral candidates

Leverage market insights to guide recruiting priorities and enhance competitive positioning

Deliver exceptional client service and high-quality work

Take initiative, anticipate needs, and exercise independent, sound judgment to effectively interface with candidates, search firms, and firm leadership

Oversee the full lifecycle of lateral attorney hiring—from sourcing and direct outreach to candidate engagement, screening, and offer negotiation—adhering to the firm’s lateral recruiting procedures and ensuring a seamless and professional experience for candidates and internal stakeholders

Coordinate all aspects of the interview process, including scheduling, feedback consolidation, and decision facilitation

Advise leadership on candidate evaluation and offer development to secure top talent

Oversee recruiting budgets for the Texas offices, ensuring efficient resource allocation and compliance with firm processes

Prepare and deliver confidential documents and reports—including Policy Committee memos—to support partner recruiting and executive decision-making

Collaborate with Recruiting Team and Firmwide Recruiting leadership on growth initiatives, with specific attention to Southwest region

Support associate mentor program leaders as needed with professional development initiatives

Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours if needed

Qualification

Attorney recruiting experienceLinkedIn Recruiter proficiencyAdvanced interviewing techniquesMS Office Suite proficiencyViGlobal familiarityRelationship managementVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required

Minimum of 7+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in a law firm or legal search firm environment

Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other attorney search tools; MS Office Suite required; familiarity with ViGlobal suite is a plus

Advanced interviewing techniques and strong understanding of attorney recruiting best practices

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels

Highest level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information

Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated sense of urgency and ability to anticipate and resolve issues efficiently

Benefits

Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program

Group health, dental, and vision insurance

Multiple plan options and various benefit levels

Same-sex domestic partner coverage

Pre-tax premiums

Coverage begins on date of hire

Group term life/AD&D and voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance

Voluntary accident insurance – self and family

Long-term care insurance

Short-term disability benefits

Long-term disability benefits

Pre-tax benefit programs – dependent care, health care reimbursement and transit/qualified parking (in most cities)

Retirement program – voluntary 401(k) plan

Company

BakerHostetler

Recognized as one of the top firms for client service and quality of legal services, BakerHostetler is a leading law firm that helps clients around the world address their most complex and critical business and regulatory issues.

Founded in 1916

Washington, D.C., US

1001-5000 employees