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White & Case LLP · 1 month ago

Manager, Experienced Legal Recruitment - Americas

New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $211K/yr

6+ years exp

White & Case LLP is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions, and governments worldwide. They are seeking an experienced and strategic Legal Recruitment Manager to lead lateral associate recruitment efforts across all US offices, overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle and ensuring a high-touch experience for candidates and stakeholders.

Law Practice

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and develop the Experienced Legal Recruitment team to achieve team goals and deliver high-quality results

Support the professional growth of team members by promoting subject matter expertise and embedding recruitment best practices across all stages of the hiring process

Manage full-cycle recruitment for multiple roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing offer management, and onboarding

Draft and maintain accurate job descriptions and market-aligned job postings to attract top legal talent

Source candidates through multiple channels and conduct screening interviews, providing consultative guidance to partners and stakeholders throughout the process

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Immigration, Conflicts, General Counsel, Compensation, Mobility) to ensure compliance and a smooth hiring and offer experience

Oversee recruitment operations, maintaining trackers and ATS updates, and supporting onboarding tasks

Monitor market trends and provide date-driven insights to inform hiring strategies and compensation decisions

Ensure recruitment practices align with legal and regulatory requirements and internal policies

Lead weekly Recruitment Approval Review, including reporting, workforce planning approvals, and coordination with HR Business Partners

Champion accurate and compliant recruitment data and promote consistent process excellence across the team

Leverage requisition reporting to optimize workloads, resolve recruitment roadblocks proactively, and deliver a high-touch "white glove" experience to every candidate and stakeholder throughout the hiring process

Build and maintain strong agency relationships, including contract negotiations and strengthening partnership, and gathering data insights to support our Preferred Supplier List initiative

Collaborate with the team to build a trusted network of go-to agencies, ensuring White & Case is consistently introduced to top-tier talent

Implement a regular check-in with active agency partners to share updates, exchange feedback, and equip them with the information they need to effectively represent our brand in the market

Build trusted relationships with department heads and hiring managers, offering strategic guidance throughout the recruitment lifecycle

Share relevant market intelligence to support informed hiring decisions

Deliver clear, timely reporting on hiring metrics, sourcing effectiveness, and recruitment initiatives

Educate internal stakeholders on recruitment processes, timelines, and best practices

Contribute to global, regional, and office-level recruitment projects and initiatives as needed

Participate in department meetings and cross-functional collaborations, as requested

Foster a positive team environment through effective communication and coordination

Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge and skills through continuous learning and development

Exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions

Uphold firm and departmental policies while maintaining respectful, collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization

Qualification

Legal recruitment experienceRecruitment strategyTeam managementAgency managementCandidate engagementCommunicationNegotiation skillsProject managementEmotional intelligenceAttention to detailCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree

6+ years of legal recruitment experience in a law firm environment, with 2+ years of team management experience

Proven success in recruiting top legal talent in competitive markets, with expertise in recruitment strategy, agency management, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience

Deep understanding of recruitment methodologies and candidate engagement, with a proactive, innovative mindset

Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, demonstrating professional presence and sound judgment

Recognized as a trusted advisor to partners and stakeholders, with the ability to influence, guide, and manage relationships at all levels

Skilled at navigating matrixed professional services environments and working across complex organizational structures

High emotional intelligence, with the ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and build credibility across functions

Strong time and project management skills; excels under pressure while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Experience working across global or multi-office teams with a collaborative, inclusive mindset

Adaptable, resilient, and client-focused, with a results driven approach to challenges and shifting priorities

Meticulous attention to detail and deep commitment to client service excellence

Proven experience maintaining accurate and timely updates in utilizing an ATS and other tracking systems (workday a plus)

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Vacation time

Leave programs (including parental leave)

Performance bonus eligible

Company

White & Case LLP

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White & Case is a global law firm with longstanding offices in the markets that matter today.

Founded in 1901

New York, New York, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.whitecase.com

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