Senior Partner Recruiting Coordinator

Job Description Fenwick is seeking a Senior Partner Recruiting Coordinator to support our Lateral Partner Hiring efforts. This role will assist in executing our firm‑wide strategy for lateral partner recruitment. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and collaborative, with experience supporting high‑level recruiting processes in a law firm or professional services environment. This is a hands‑on role focused on coordination, communication, and candidate experience, with exposure to firm leadership, practice groups, and key stakeholders. The position can be based in our Silicon Valley (CA) or San Francisco (CA) office locations and offers a hybrid work arrangement. Responsibilities Track and detail lateral partner hiring needs in collaboration with senior management, Practice Group Leaders, and Firm Leadership. Coordinate all aspects of the interview process for lateral partner candidates, including scheduling, interviewer communications, and interview prep materials. Draft and maintain candidate materials and profiles for internal review and committee presentations. Coordinate with search firms throughout the hiring process, maintaining communication, tracking submissions, and ensuring an efficient process. Collaborate with team to conduct market research to support candidate targeting and recruitment strategies. Ensure a seamless and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring lifecycle. Coordinate all hiring and pre‑arrival actions for partners, including reference checks, conflicts submittals, state bar verification, and acting as a liaison with incoming partner. Coordinate new hire paperwork and start dates. Collaborate with other departments to arrange first‑week orientation and integration activities. Collaborate with departments such as Marketing/Business Development, and Practice Management to support longer‑term integration to the firm. Assist in compiling metrics and tracking data to support strategic reporting and lateral hiring analysis. Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in legal or executive recruiting, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment. Bachelor’s degree required. Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of professionalism at all levels. Proactive, team‑oriented mindset with discretion in handling confidential information. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (e.g., viRecruit, Workday) and Microsoft Office applications a plus. Experience supporting lateral partner recruiting or executive‑level hiring. Knowledge of the legal industry and current talent market trends. Benefits and Compensation Salary range for this position is $76,000 - $107,500, with the actual base salary determined by qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. A discretionary bonus may also be available based on performance. Comprehensive benefits include health, life insurance, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and wellbeing programs. Fenwick & West LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts all employment‑related activities without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, gender, genetic characteristics, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal employment discrimination laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, or a job interview, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fenwick & West LLP