Job Abstract

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Manager, Partner Recruiting. This position is responsible for the overall planning, management and execution of all aspects of firmwide lateral partner recruiting activities at Morgan Lewis.

This position will report to the Senior Director, Practice Growth and Performance and can reside in one of the following offices: Philadelphia, Washington DC or New York City with. A hybrid in-office/remote working schedule is available.

Responsibilities:

• The Manager, Partner Recruiting is responsible for the overall administrative organization of the firm’s lateral partner recruiting activities across the firm’s 33 offices.  This position will coordinate and keep track of the status of all lateral partner candidates in the pipeline, which will include individual candidates, teams, and any larger scale lateral growth opportunities that are in consideration.

• Serve as a key point of contact for lateral partner candidates and recruiting search firms.

• Cultivate and grow relationships with trusted recruiters around the globe; host meetings with recruiters and key partners to drive proactive targeted searches as directed by firm management and practice group leadership.

• Serve as a liaison with Practice Group leadership to drive strategic lateral growth objectives.

• Develop and oversee in-person and virtual interview schedules; coordinate travel as required.

• Track the firm’s pipeline of candidates in various stages of the process and provide regular updates for the purposes of keeping firm leadership informed.

• Work collaboratively and in support of the other side of the department, Lateral Partner Integration, as needed, based on department needs and priorities.

• Support the annual Partner Meeting by driving administrative responsibilities related to the annual New Partner Orientation.

Experience/Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year accredited college or university, and a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in a recruiting role, preferably in a large law firm setting.

• The successful applicant will also have the following qualifications:

  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • Effective written and oral communication skills.

  • The ability to interact effectively with all levels of firm management and staff, and deal with confidential information.

  • High energy; self-motivated; results oriented

  • The capability to exercise sound judgment and work well under pressure.

  • The flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

  • The ability to take initiative and contribute new ideas.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, as well as the ability to adapt to new software programs.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting “Careers.”

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For positions in NY, the salary range for this job posting is

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.  The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.  Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.  If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is also an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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