Director of Recruitment | Hybrid in DC

The Director of Recruiting will lead the firmwide strategy for attorney and business professional recruitment, ensuring alignment with long-term growth, market positioning, and talent priorities. This role requires a forward-thinking leader with deep market insight and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a reputable law firm known for its commitment to excellence and innovative spirit.

Description

• Develop and execute comprehensive recruiting strategies across all offices and levels, aligned with practice group and business needs.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring teams.
• Partner with Firm Leadership, Practice Group Leaders, and Hiring Committees to ensure recruiting efforts support succession planning, retention, and business development goals.
• Lead and mentor the recruiting team to drive performance and innovation.
• Analyze legal market trends, peer firm practices, and compensation data to anticipate hiring needs and maintain competitive positioning.
• Ensure compliance with all employment regulations and company policies.
• Maintain strong relationships with law schools, search firms, and professional organizations to enhance visibility and outreach.
• Monitor key recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies and initiatives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Director of Recruiting should have:

• Bachelors degree (required).
• Minimum of 10 years recruitment experience within the legal industry or similar (required).
• Proven expertise in recruitment strategies, particularly within the professional services industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of current market trends and recruitment best practices.
• A results-driven mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range of approximately $175,000 to $225,000 annually.
• Robust benefits package to support your overall well-being.
• Opportunities to contribute to strategic growth initiatives within a growing firm.
• Collaborative company culture focused on professional development.
• Chance to lead impactful recruitment efforts.
• Flexible hybrid schedule - 2 to 3 days onsite in Washington, DC.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply today!

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.