Director of Lateral Partner Recruiting

For our client, we are seeking a Director of Lateral Partner Recruiting to join the team of a leader in the Legal & Accounting space. This role will lead a high-impact lateral partner recruiting function focused on attracting top legal talent to support growth across practice areas. The position will partner closely with firm leadership and practice leaders to shape recruiting strategy, evaluate market opportunities, and build trusted relationships with external candidates and advisors. Success in this role will directly influence the organization’s ability to expand strategically, strengthen its talent bench, and drive long-term business growth. Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $225,000 – $325,000 annually Responsibilities Develop and execute a lateral partner recruitment strategy aligned with firm growth Drive the full lifecycle recruitment process for lateral partners and practice groups Partner with leadership to identify strategic growth opportunities in practice areas Proactively source and cultivate relationships with partner candidates Monitor legal market trends and provide strategic advisory to leadership Establish trusted relationships with practice leaders and external consultants Lead candidate evaluation efforts, including business assessments and transition planning Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 10+ years of experience in legal or attorney recruiting at an Am Law 100 or similar firm preferred Extensive experience in recruiting lateral partners and/or practice groups Strong grasp of law firm economics and partner mobility trends Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality Established network among law firm partners and legal industry contacts Demonstrated excellence in communication and relationship-building Benefits Comprehensive medical coverage and financial benefits offered Flexible travel opportunities to other firm locations as needed Support for professional development and continuing education Opportunity for direct impact on firm growth and direction Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.