Talent Acquisition Specialist, Lateral Attorney Focus

Kelley Kronenberg•Sugar Land, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kelley Kronenberg is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist / Lateral Attorney Recruiter to join its Human Resources team. This role involves managing full-cycle recruiting for staff and support positions while also playing a key part in identifying and building relationships with lateral partners, of-counsel attorneys, and small firm owners for potential growth opportunities within the Firm. The position blends traditional recruiting with strategic sourcing and offers visibility into the Firm's growth strategy. This position can be based in one of their Texas offices or be fully remote.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related field.
Minimum five years of experience managing the full recruitment and hiring cycle.
Prior experience recruiting for attorneys with Books of Business prioritized.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, comfortable engaging candidates at every level, including senior attorneys and firm owners.
Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential conversations professionally.
Comfort with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for Firm staff roles, from reviewing applications and screening candidates to keeping a strong pipeline moving.
Partner with Business Unit Leaders to define hiring needs and build accurate, compelling job postings.
Source candidates through networking, referrals, social platforms, and other creative channels.
Drive recruiting efforts of Partner-Level Attorneys with Books of Business and potential Law Firm acquisitions.
Represent the Firm at job fairs and recruiting events, and help shape a positive candidate experience from first contact through offer.
Identify and cultivate relationships with lateral partners, of-counsel attorneys, and small firm owners who may be a fit for a lateral hire or firm/group acquisition.
Research and map firms and attorneys with portable books of business in target practice areas and markets.
Work directly with the Managing Partner and practice group leaders to shape lateral and acquisition strategy, managing sensitive outreach and early conversations with discretion.
Maintain a dedicated pipeline for lateral and acquisition opportunities, separate from standard recruiting.