Partner Recruiting Specialist Job at Morrison & Foerster LLP in Washington

Partner Recruiting Specialist Locations: San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; New York, New York; Washington, District Of Columbia Categories: Legal Job Overview At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story? Join MoFo as a PARTNER RECRUITING SPECIALIST on our Attorney Recruiting team! This role can be based in San Francisco, Boston, New York or Washington, D.C. About the Role As a Partner Recruiting Specialist, you’ll be a key member of our Attorney Talent Group, supporting the full lifecycle of lateral partner and of counsel recruiting—from initial outreach through onboarding and early integration. Your work will help shape the future of the firm by ensuring new senior lawyers feel connected, informed, and set up for long‑term success. Responsibilities Serve as a point of contact for lateral partner and of counsel candidates, search firms, and internal stakeholders throughout the recruiting process. Partner with the Senior Manager of Partner Recruiting to execute strategic hiring plans and support the firm’s recruiting and strategic growth goals. Identify potential candidates, review application materials, and manage diligence processes including background checks, conflicts, and lateral partner questionnaires. Coordinate all aspects of interviews, from scheduling and logistics to gathering and distributing feedback. Manage offer and acceptance pipelines, prepare new hire paperwork, and ensure all necessary departments are informed for smooth arrivals. Design and execute tailored onboarding and orientation schedules, overseeing the first 30 days to ensure meaningful integration into the firm. Maintain applicant and onboarding data in the ATS, generate reports, and contribute process improvement ideas. Collaborate with business development, firm leadership, and practice groups to align lateral partner recruiting priorities and new hire onboarding with the firm’s strategic priorities. Assist with special projects and initiatives that enhance the lateral partner recruiting function and candidate experience. About You Bachelor’s degree and 3–4 years of legal recruiting experience, ideally with a focus on lateral partner hiring, attorney integration, or complex project coordination. Strong interpersonal skills to engage with attorneys, staff, search firms, and vendors. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Proficiency in MS Office and experience with applicant tracking systems (Taleo, iCIMS). A reputation for reliability, accountability, and delivering results in a collaborative team setting. About MoFo At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition. About Our Benefits A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family. Industry‑leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care. Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps. Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun. Education reimbursement annually. Dedicated Talent Development team. Competitive annual profit‑sharing contribution. Salary ranges: New York and San Francisco $80,000 to $112,000; Boston and Washington, D.C. $76,000 to $106,000. Application deadline February 12, 2026. Morrison & Foerster is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, creed, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partner status, and other categories protected by applicable laws, or in retaliation for opposition to any practices forbidden under this policy. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr