Senior Manager of Professional Staff Recruiting

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Manager of Professional Staff Recruiting. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices (Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV).

About Us: Orrick is on a mission to redefine how we attract, engage, and hire top talent. As we grow, we're looking for a forward-thinking Senior Manager of Professional Staff to lead the transformation of our recruiting function for our US business professional staff ensuring we build a scalable, inclusive, and high-impact talent acquisition strategy.

Role Overview: As the Senior Manager of Professional Staff, you will be responsible for reimagining our recruitment processes, implementing best-in-class practices, and driving innovation across the talent acquisition lifecycle. You'll lead a team of recruiters, partner with business leaders, and leverage data and technology to deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap to transform the recruiting function, aligning with business goals and future workforce needs.
• Assess current recruitment processes, identify gaps, and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and diversity of hires.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of recruiters, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Introduce and champion new technologies, tools, and methodologies to modernize talent acquisition.
• Team with HR Business Partners and firm leadership on the offer approval and headcount management process.
• Build strong partnerships with hiring managers and business leaders to understand talent needs and deliver tailored recruiting solutions.
• Build and develop job description inventory and review and sign off on job descriptions prior to posting.
• Use data and analytics to measure recruitment performance, report on key metrics, and inform decision-making.
• Ensure an inclusive and equitable recruitment process that attracts diverse talent.
• Collaborate with our communications team on employer branding initiatives to position Orrick as an employer of choice.
• Stay current on industry trends, labor market changes, and best practices in recruitment.
• Lead searches for Senior Management, Director, Senior Manager and Manager business professional staff positions across the U.S.
• Facilitate a full portfolio of active searches while minimizing time to hire.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruiting (or related experience) with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven track record of transforming or scaling recruiting functions in a dynamic environment.
• Strong knowledge of recruiting technologies, ATS systems, and sourcing strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to use data and analytics to drive decisions and improvements.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.
• Passion for innovation, diversity, and continuous improvement.
• A client service-oriented mindset is critical.
• Experience working with law firms or professional services environment desirable.
• Technical recruiting experience is not required but is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in driving meaningful change and shaping the future of recruiting and talent acquisition at Orrick.
• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture.
• Enjoy a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and outstanding benefits-including wellness and mindfulness programs, social impact opportunities, professional staff affinity groups, and generous paid time off.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is:

• California Major Markets* $160,000 - $200,000
• New York City $160,000 - $200,000
• National $135,000 - $170,000

* California Major Markets includes San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica. All other California locations fall within National range.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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