Legal Recruiter Job at Frazer Jones, Dallas, TX

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  • Frazer Jones
  • Dallas, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Legal Recruiter- Big Law

Location: Dallas, TX

Position Type: Full-Time / Hybrid or On-Site

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Legal Recruiter to join a prestigious Big Law firm in Dallas. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the legal industry, particularly within large law firm environments, and a proven track record of recruiting top-tier legal talent. This role is pivotal in shaping the firm’s talent pipeline and maintaining its reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Talent Acquisition Strategy:
  • Develop and execute strategic recruitment plans for lateral attorneys, partners, and legal support staff.
  • Collaborate with practice group leaders and HR to forecast hiring needs and align recruitment efforts with firm goals.

OCI & Law School Engagement:

  • Lead the firm’s OCI program, including coordination with law schools, scheduling interviews, and managing candidate communications.
  • Represent the firm at law school events, career fairs, and networking functions.
  • Oversee summer associate program logistics, evaluations, and conversion strategies.

Pre-Summer Associate Programs:

  • Design and manage pre-summer associate initiatives such as early outreach, mentorship pairings, and pre-OCI networking events.
  • Partner with Diversity & Inclusion teams to support pipeline-building efforts for underrepresented law students.
  • Track engagement and outcomes to inform future programming and hiring decisions.

Candidate Sourcing & Engagement:

  • Source candidates through direct outreach, referrals, job boards, and legal recruiting platforms.
  • Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified legal professionals.
  • Conduct initial screening interviews and assess candidate fit based on experience, credentials, and cultural alignment.

Relationship Management:

  • Cultivate relationships with law schools, legal associations, and external recruiters.
  • Serve as a brand ambassador for the firm in the legal community.

Process Management:

  • Coordinate interview schedules, feedback collection, and offer negotiations.
  • Ensure a seamless candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.

Market Intelligence:

  • Stay informed on legal market trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitor activity.
  • Provide strategic insights to leadership on hiring trends and talent availability.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; JD or advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of legal recruiting experience, ideally within Big Law or a legal search firm.
  • Strong understanding of law firm structures, practice areas, and attorney career paths.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and legal recruiting databases (e.g., Leopard Solutions).
  • Ability to manage multiple searches and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes:

  • Experience recruiting for lateral partner and associate roles.
  • Familiarity with Dallas legal market and regional talent pools.
  • Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
  • Results-driven with a proactive and collaborative approach.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work,

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