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Senior Attorney Recruiting Specialist

Buchanan Legal Professional Services
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026

A leading global law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Recruiting Specialist to support lateral hiring. This is a high-impact role within a sophisticated recruiting team, offering exposure to strategic hiring initiatives and direct partnership with firm leadership. This role will sit hybrid in D.C.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end lateral associate recruiting processes, ensuring a seamless candidate and stakeholder experience
  • Partner with attorneys and leadership on market insights, hiring needs, and recruiting strategy
  • Coordinate recruiting events, outreach initiatives, and employer branding efforts
  • Analyze recruiting data and prepare reports to inform decision-making
  • Supervise junior team members and support overall team operations
  • Ensure compliance with firm policies, employment laws, and best practices


Qualifications:

  • 4 years of experience in legal recruiting or professional services
  • Prior experience supporting lateral associate hiring (litigation and/or tax preferred)
  • Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience mentoring or supervising team members is a plus

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000

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