Attorney Recruiter

About the role

This Contract opportunity is based in Arlington, Virginia, and is ideal for someone who understands the legal profession and can effectively identify, assess, and engage attorney candidates for communications-related hiring needs. The successful candidate will build strong candidate pipelines, guide recruitment efforts from sourcing through selection, and partner closely with hiring stakeholders to deliver a detail-oriented and efficient hiring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for attorney positions, from initial sourcing and outreach through interview coordination and offer support.
• Identify and engage legal talent with experience in civil litigation and related practice areas.
• Review candidate backgrounds to evaluate legal credentials, bar admission status, and alignment with role requirements.
• Partner with hiring managers to define search priorities, refine candidate profiles, and maintain momentum throughout the hiring process.
• Develop targeted sourcing strategies to attract attorneys with experience in drafting motions, briefing, and discovery.
• Conduct candidate screening conversations to assess legal experience, communication skills, and overall fit for open positions.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records, track candidate activity, and provide regular updates on pipeline progress and hiring challenges.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with a strong understanding of legal practice and attorney qualifications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of civil litigation, including exposure to motions practice, briefing, and discovery.
• Prior experience in attorney recruiting, legal recruiting, or talent acquisition for law firms or legal departments.
• Ability to assess legal resumes and evaluate candidate experience against position requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with candidates and hiring teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple searches in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

To apply, send an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com].