In finding work, the legal profession is like most others. Some graduates find a position out of law school, settle in, and spend decades at the same firm. Others build experience for a few years and then move. Either way, you want as many resources as you can get when a search begins.
That is what an experienced legal recruiter is for.
Relationship
Experienced recruiters hold relationships with law firms, corporations and other employers hiring into their legal departments. They are also practiced at building relationships with candidates, using industry knowledge to help someone think clearly about career objectives, strengths and professional style. They listen, and when asked they can offer real advice, from what a specific opening is actually like to how to prepare for the interview.
Time and Availability Tend to Favor Legal Recruiters
Have you ever found the ideal posting, applied, and never heard back? How much time goes into finding postings and submitting resumes with nothing to show for it?
A recruiter helps direct a search to the right firms and advocates for the candidacy inside the firm, so that the application reaches the person who decides. A good recruiter also helps a candidate read the market and see where they could strengthen their position.
Support and Guidance
A good recruiter does more than find openings. They stay with the candidate at every step, from the first decision to explore to the last signature. They will tell you about the firm, its reputation, and where the position might lead.
If you are considering a move, in-house or to another firm, enlist that support. We would welcome the conversation at OnBoard Legal, and whether you choose us or someone else, talk to a recruiter.