Attorney Recruiting Manager

BakerHostetler • Chicago, IL

8h • $130,000 - $170,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

BakerHostetler is seeking a dynamic and experienced Attorney Recruiting Manager to join our growing Chicago office. This role is responsible for managing attorney recruiting for the Chicago and Denver offices, including partner, lateral associate, entry-level, and summer associate hiring. Reporting directly to the Director of Recruiting, the Attorney Recruiting Manager will work closely with office and firm leadership to execute strategic talent acquisition initiatives and support the continued growth of both offices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of law firm recruiting experience.
• Advanced ability using Linkedin Recruiter, Firm Prospects, and other attorney search tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI-enabled tools and technologies to enhance recruiting processes, productivity, and hiring outcomes.
• Experience utilizing advanced interviewing techniques
• Sound judgement, experience making informed decisions regarding priorities and available time
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships at all levels
• Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail required
• Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Search firm experience is not essential but is a plus.
• Knowledge of viGlobal Suite is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Firmwide Recruiting Department, Hiring Partners, Managing Partners, and Practice Group Leaders to develop and execute recruiting strategies for partner, lateral associate, entry-level, and summer associate hiring across the Chicago and Denver offices.
• Lead the full-cycle recruiting process, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer preparation, and onboarding. Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, search firms, and internal stakeholders throughout the hiring process.
• Develop and maintain strong search firm relationships while proactively identifying and engaging high-caliber attorney candidates through multiple recruiting channels.
• Manage hiring committee processes, maintain recruiting databases and candidate records, oversee reporting and compliance activities, and ensure seamless candidate experience.
• Oversee all aspects of the summer associate program, including candidate selection, onboarding, work coordination, mentorship initiatives, performance evaluations, and program events.
• Cultivate relationships with law schools, student organizations, and key recruiting partners. Coordinate participation in on-campus interviews, job fairs, networking events, and other talent outreach initiatives.
• Plan and execute recruiting-related events and manage recruiting budgets for the Chicago and Denver offices, ensuring effective stewardship of resources and alignment with hiring objectives.
• Support the co-leaders of the Chicago and Denver Associate Mentor Programs with various initiatives.
• Coordinate updates needed for marketing materials and research popular items and assist with the selection and purchase of BakerHostetler branded “swag” items.
• Participate in Recruiting Department meetings and work with Firmwide Recruiting team with additional projects as needed. Work with team members on Midwest-focused recruiting initiatives.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level