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 leader will shape and execute a focused lateral partner recruitment strategy that supports growth across key practice areas. The role will partner closely with firm leadership to identify expansion opportunities, evaluate high-impact candidates, and strengthen the organization’s competitive position in a highly specialized legal market. Success in this position will depend on building trusted relationships with senior attorneys, internal stakeholders, and external recruiting partners. Location: Boston, MA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $225,000 – $325,000 annually Responsibilities Develop and execute a comprehensive lateral partner recruitment strategy Drive the full lifecycle recruitment process for lateral partners and practice groups Collaborate with firm leadership to identify strategic growth opportunities Proactively source and maintain relationships with high-performing partner candidates Monitor legal market trends and advise on expansion opportunities Lead candidate evaluation efforts and coordinate internal diligence processes Build and maintain productive relationships with external recruiting partners Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 10+ years of experience in legal recruiting or related leadership roles Significant experience recruiting lateral partners or practice groups Strong grasp of law firm partnership structures and compensation systems Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills Benefits Comprehensive health coverage Retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off policy Professional development opportunities Travel opportunities to other firm locations 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.