Talent Acquisition Specialist, Partners & Counsel

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognised as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work. At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. Job Description Position Summary: The Talent Acquisition Specialist, Partners & Counsel supports the lateral partner recruiting process globally. This position coordinates the recruiting process for the candidates and works with the partner recruiting team and search firms to ensure an exceptional and seamless experience. The partner recruiting team is a highly valued function within the firm, working closely with firm leadership to help ensure the Firm’s needs based and strategic partner and counsel hiring goals are met. The Talent Acquisition Specialist, Partners & Counsel plays an integral role in the success of the department through collaboration, quick problem solving and being an ambassador for the firm. The partner recruiting team is looking for an ambitious, thoughtful, and agile individual who thrives in a team environment to play a key role in the continued and future success of the team. The Talent Acquisition Specialist, Partners & Counsel works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgement and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Maintain and apply a comprehensive understanding of the Firm’s brand, markets, and global strategy in order to be informed on candidate evaluation. Assists with the execution of lateral partner hiring initiatives in alignment with Firm Leadership priorities, ensuring progress against defined objectives. Own and oversee candidate interview and evaluation process, ensuring thorough, timely, and high‑quality completion aligned with Firm standards. Manage end-to-end due diligence workflows, including assessment, follow‑up, and issue resolution, ensuring a seamless and efficient process. Proactively advance candidates through the hiring pipeline by identifying next steps, exercising sound judgment, and maintaining momentum. Develop and manage relationships with recruitment agencies and internal firm stakeholders. Assists Managers with end‑stage offer processes, including drafting and finalising candidate‑specific documentation. Job Specifications Bachelor’s degree. At least five (5) years of related recruiting experience in a legal environment, at least three (3) of those years focusing on Partner Recruiting. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills and superior attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative. Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritise responsibilities. Ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly. Ability to exercise good judgment in relation to handling confidential information. Ability to work effectively with a team and delegate work where appropriate. This position requires a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office. Compensation Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $115,000 – $154,000. Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognise staff professionals for their work. Full‑time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Physical Demands and Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds. Typical indoor office environment. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr McDermott Will & Schulte LLP