Senior Legal Recruiter

Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$180,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Musick Peeler is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Recruiter to lead firmwide lateral attorney and paralegal recruiting efforts. This position partners closely with firm leadership, practice group leaders, and management to develop and execute strategic recruiting initiatives that attract top legal talent aligned with the firm’s culture and long-term growth objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong talent acquisition experience, exceptional relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage the lateral recruitment process with professionalism and discretion. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, this role is based in Los Angeles, is full-time, exempt, and eligible for a hybrid schedule.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of legal recruiting or talent acquisition experience within a law firm environment required
Significant experience managing lateral attorney and partner-level recruitment required
Strong understanding of the legal recruiting market, including hiring trends, compensation structures, and the competitive landscape
Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with attorneys, firm leadership, candidates, and external industry contacts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to professionally handle sensitive and confidential matters
Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills, including the ability to influence, build trust, and maintain credibility across all levels of the firm
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented with strong follow-through and responsiveness
Strong judgment, professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across offices and departments
Adaptable and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Experience using applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and sourcing platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Bachelor’s degree is required

Nice To Haves

Participation in professional recruiting associations or legal industry organizations is a plus
An advanced degree, including a JD or Master’s degree, is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for lateral partners, associates, and paralegals including direct sourcing, candidate screening and evaluation, interview coordination, offer management, and onboarding support
Partner with practice group leaders and firm management to assess hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies aligned with firm objectives
Proactively source and engage qualified candidates through direct outreach, networking, referrals, legal recruiting platforms, and industry events
Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates to support both current and future hiring needs
Monitor legal market trends, compensation and benefits benchmarks, and competitor activity to support strategic hiring decisions and recruiting initiatives
Support diversity and inclusion initiatives focused on attracting and retaining a broad and diverse candidate pool
Provide periodic updates to the Executive Committee regarding ongoing recruitment initiatives, hiring progress, market trends, competitive recruiting conditions, and the firm’s evolving talent acquisition needs. Present on pipeline development, recruiting challenges and opportunities, and strategic recommendations
In collaboration with Human Resources, conduct candidate screenings and interviews, and provide thoughtful recommendations regarding qualifications, experience, and overall fit
Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the interview process, ensuring a professional, organized, and positive candidate experience
Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates and internal stakeholders throughout the recruitment process
Collaborate with the Director of Human Resources and firm leadership regarding compensation and benefit alignment, offer development, and candidate closing strategies
Draft, manage, and oversee external job postings and recruitment advertisements for the firm website and applicable job boards
Maintain accurate recruiting records within the applicant tracking system and track recruiting activity, hiring metrics, and market data
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as firm policies and procedures
Continuously evaluate and improve recruiting processes, workflows, tools, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness
Travel to firm offices and recruiting events, as needed
Promote the firm’s culture and career opportunities within the legal community and through professional networking opportunities
Collaborate with Human Resources, public relations, and firm management to strengthen and promote the firm's brand, reputation, and market presence
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with attorneys, firm leadership, candidates, and external industry contacts
Represent the firm professionally at recruiting and industry events to strengthen visibility and enhance the firm’s employer brand