Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates is hiring: Lateral Hirin

Overview

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lateral Hiring Manager to join our Firm. Within this position, you will be responsible for managing lateral recruitment procedures and leads lateral hiring efforts for assigned offices. This position has a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Please note that the Firm will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Base pay range: $160,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Manages lateral attorney recruiting (including partners, counsel, associates, and non-partner track/non-billing attorneys) for multiple offices and practice groups across the Firm, including serving as the main point of contact for assigned searches.
• Oversees search Firm agreement relationships and procedures and maintains central agency tracking system.
• Recommends and implements changes and improvements in methods and procedures to higher level management.
• Refers qualified applicants to appropriate members of the recruiting committee and coordinates interviewing schedules.
• Coordinates the pre-hire diligence and offer processes, including facilitation of background checks and client conflict identification/resolution.
• Maintains constant communication with recruiting committee, candidates, and outside recruitment agencies regarding the needs of the Firm and status of an applicant.
• Regularly communicates with the global recruiting team to ensure lateral procedures, policies and announcements are disseminated.
• Facilitates the highest-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Oversees integration of innovative sourcing methods and tools.
• Provides regular reports regarding lateral recruiting budget, the performance of lateral hires, market trends and activity, and candidate pipelines.
• Ensures current knowledge of Firm policies and practices, current knowledge of industry trends, and continued professional development for business services professionals.
• Participates in the candidate interview and selection processes.
• Effectively utilizes the Firm's performance management process to communicate performance expectations, monitor performance, coach employees, and manage unsatisfactory performance.
• Oversees employees' work performance and provides guidance in the resolution of problems.
• Initiates disciplinary procedures in collaboration with the Human Resources Department.
• Recommends guidelines and practices to promote efficiency, effectiveness, excellent customer service and improved employee relations, in alignment with the Firm's Core Values.
• Develops and communicates departmental guidelines and procedures.
• Ensures accurate and timely responses to requests for departmental services.
• Engages in strategic (i.e., long-range) planning by developing departmental goals and supporting objectives for assigned department(s).
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of industry best practices, trends, and techniques
• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Knowledge and implementation of the annual budget process
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills
• Demonstrates experience with leading and supervising others
• Ability to administer Firm policies and procedures
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and delegate effectively
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment
• Flexibility to travel
• Demonstrates strong managerial and leadership skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to defuse a tense situation
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Education and Experience

• Minimum of eight years recruiting experience in a law firm or corporate environment, and three years of supervisory experience; lateral partner recruiting experience a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

Salary Details

$160,000 - $175,000

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disability/Vet/other protected categories). For more information, please visit Skadden.com/careers.

Skadden will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.