Senior Manager, Legal Recruiting & Associate Life

Job Summary Senior Manager, Legal Recruiting & Associate Life will oversee lateral and campus recruitment processes and support the orientation and integration processes for new associates. This individual will also partner closely with the global HR team on Firmwide HR initiatives. Responsibilities Oversee the attorney recruitment process (both lateral attorney and campus recruitment) for the Los Angeles office. Assist in ensuring the Firm’s marketing materials align with overall recruiting strategy, including promotional and educational pieces, industry surveys, website, etc. Coordinate with the Manager, Legal Recruiting & Associate Life to manage summer associate work assignments, evaluation and review process, providing direction to associate assignors, directing summer associates on usage of the tracking database and compiling performance review materials for partners. Support the orientation and integration processes for new associates and coordinate formal mentoring assignments for all incoming associates and laterals. Develop and coordinate events for associates to foster morale, collegiality and teamwork, including working in conjunction with the Firm’s Inclusion team and the Los Angeles office affinity groups. Manage associate work assignments and out‑of‑office requests to ensure adequate staffing is always available. Assist the Corporate Training Manager and CLE Compliance Specialist with training and CLE efforts for attorneys in the Los Angeles office. Serve as an advisor and liaison between associates and partners, directing attorneys to resources within the Firm to help resolve concerns or problems and coordinate available resources to find solutions. Oversee and maintain the Los Angeles office’s mentoring programs. Conduct exit interviews for departing associates. Maintain budget to ensure appropriate resource allocations within the context of the Firm’s financial goals. Additional duties as assigned. Education Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development or related field, or equivalent years of experience. Skills and Experience Required Minimum of 5 years of recruiting experience in a professional services firm or comparable environment. Strong business and financial acumen. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong leadership skills. Gravitas to liaise with partners and senior professionals. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Self‑starting; able to take projects from conceptual stage through to implementation. Creative problem‑solving and strategic thinking skills. Great interpersonal skills and keen ability to carry out needs and objectives of the office while maintaining an excellent work environment and culture. Positive and bright personality with a proactive approach. Ability to anticipate the needs of management and the office. Salary Information California only: Estimated base salary range $180,000 to $210,000, dependent on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. This role is exempt and not overtime‑eligible. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. EEO Statement Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP