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Senior level full cycle recruiter jobs put experienced recruiters in charge of end-to-end hiring strategy, pipeline ownership, and the talent programs that drive business outcomes. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Med-Metrix, Okta, and FedEx hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.
The Attorney Recruiting team is the engine behind our firm’s growth, ensuring we attract and hire the top legal talent who deliver exceptional work for our clients and shape our culture for years to come. Our team partners closely with attorneys and firm leadership to build sourcing strategies and create an outstanding candidate and integration experience that sets the firm apart in a highly competitive market.
The firm is seeking an Attorney Recruiting Manager for our San Francisco office to own the local summer associate program and entry-level hiring, while leading integration programs that help new fall and lateral associates hit the ground running. You’ll also support integration meetings for visiting partners, helping them connect with the office and get off to a strong start. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Entry-Level Recruiting and managing an Attorney Recruiting Coordinator, you’ll partner with the Attorney Recruiting, Professional Development and Diversity teams and work closely with our Firmwide Hiring Chairs and the SF partners and office administrator to ensure we are hiring, integrating, and retaining the best attorneys. If you’re a creative, entrepreneurial self-starter who thrives in a team, takes ownership of your work, and adapts with ease to shifting priorities, we’d love to hear from you.
This position is available as a hybrid work schedule.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Entry-Level Hiring and Law School Relations
- Manage San Francisco entry-level hiring (including on-campus interviewing, callbacks, and judicial clerk recruiting) and additional firmwide groups as needed.
- Advise San Francisco partners, the Firmwide Hiring Committee, and Attorney Recruiting Senior Managers on hiring decisions.
- Build strategic relationships with Career Services, student and affinity groups, and other educational institutions, and plan and execute events in the office and at assigned schools to advance the Firm’s recruiting strategies.
- Develop an annual brand-building strategic plan for assigned schools.
- Work with the IP Attorney Recruiting team to help them execute patent agent recruiting events in the SF region.
Summer Program
- Manage all aspects of the SF summer program: pre-summer communications, orientation, mentor and advisor assignments, work assignments, evaluations, exit interviews, and offer decisions.
- Develop and manage SF summer program budgets and events.
- Work with practice groups and firm leaders to ensure that we prepare summer associates to become successful associates and encourage their return to the firm.
- Analyze post-season results and recommend improvements.
Integration and Retention
- Lead integration programs for SF summer, fall, lateral associate, and patent agent hires, working with administrative departments on onboarding.
- Collaborate with the Career Development team to successfully integrate and retain associates.
- Coordinate integration meetings for visiting partners in partnership with the Partner Recruiting team.
- Partner with the Diversity and Inclusion team on the Firm’s hiring initiatives.
Reporting and Leadership
- Supervise the SF Attorney Recruiting Coordinator, with potential to manage additional team members.
- Mentor junior team members across the firmwide team.
- Take lead on various firmwide initiatives, as needed.
- Maintain recruiting records and produce reports through various platforms.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 7+ years law firm recruiting experience, including experience supervising or mentoring staff.
- Knowledge of the attorney recruiting process and legal employment issues.
- Ability to prioritize, work independently, and meet deadlines.
- Sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
- Excellent interpersonal skills across all levels of the firm and with external partners such as search firms and vendors.
- Strong written and verbal communication; analytical, detail-oriented, and well organized.
- Ability to analyze and report on legal recruiting, diversity, and retention trends.
- Experience using generative AI systems to enhance recruitment programs is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office and applicant tracking systems (such as Workday, viRecruit and FloRecruit).
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $131,750 – $178,250 per year.
The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
LOCATION
Location: San Francisco
One Market Plaza
Spear Tower, Suite 3300
San Francisco
CA
94105-1126
US
* 415-947-2000
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
INTRODUCTION
Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.
The Attorney Recruiting team is the engine behind our firm’s growth, ensuring we attract and hire the top legal talent who deliver exceptional work for our clients and shape our culture for years to come. Our team partners closely with attorneys and firm leadership to build sourcing strategies and create an outstanding candidate and integration experience that sets the firm apart in a highly competitive market.
The firm is seeking an Attorney Recruiting Manager for our San Francisco office to own the local summer associate program and entry-level hiring, while leading integration programs that help new fall and lateral associates hit the ground running. You’ll also support integration meetings for visiting partners, helping them connect with the office and get off to a strong start. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Entry-Level Recruiting and managing an Attorney Recruiting Coordinator, you’ll partner with the Attorney Recruiting, Professional Development and Diversity teams and work closely with our Firmwide Hiring Chairs and the SF partners and office administrator to ensure we are hiring, integrating, and retaining the best attorneys. If you’re a creative, entrepreneurial self-starter who thrives in a team, takes ownership of your work, and adapts with ease to shifting priorities, we’d love to hear from you.
This position is available as a hybrid work schedule.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Entry-Level Hiring and Law School Relations
- Manage San Francisco entry-level hiring (including on-campus interviewing, callbacks, and judicial clerk recruiting) and additional firmwide groups as needed.
- Advise San Francisco partners, the Firmwide Hiring Committee, and Attorney Recruiting Senior Managers on hiring decisions.
- Build strategic relationships with Career Services, student and affinity groups, and other educational institutions, and plan and execute events in the office and at assigned schools to advance the Firm’s recruiting strategies.
- Develop an annual brand-building strategic plan for assigned schools.
- Work with the IP Attorney Recruiting team to help them execute patent agent recruiting events in the SF region.
Summer Program
- Manage all aspects of the SF summer program: pre-summer communications, orientation, mentor and advisor assignments, work assignments, evaluations, exit interviews, and offer decisions.
- Develop and manage SF summer program budgets and events.
- Work with practice groups and firm leaders to ensure that we prepare summer associates to become successful associates and encourage their return to the firm.
- Analyze post-season results and recommend improvements.
Integration and Retention
- Lead integration programs for SF summer, fall, lateral associate, and patent agent hires, working with administrative departments on onboarding.
- Collaborate with the Career Development team to successfully integrate and retain associates.
- Coordinate integration meetings for visiting partners in partnership with the Partner Recruiting team.
- Partner with the Diversity and Inclusion team on the Firm’s hiring initiatives.
Reporting and Leadership
- Supervise the SF Attorney Recruiting Coordinator, with potential to manage additional team members.
- Mentor junior team members across the firmwide team.
- Take lead on various firmwide initiatives, as needed.
- Maintain recruiting records and produce reports through various platforms.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 7+ years law firm recruiting experience, including experience supervising or mentoring staff.
- Knowledge of the attorney recruiting process and legal employment issues.
- Ability to prioritize, work independently, and meet deadlines.
- Sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
- Excellent interpersonal skills across all levels of the firm and with external partners such as search firms and vendors.
- Strong written and verbal communication; analytical, detail-oriented, and well organized.
- Ability to analyze and report on legal recruiting, diversity, and retention trends.
- Experience using generative AI systems to enhance recruitment programs is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office and applicant tracking systems (such as Workday, viRecruit and FloRecruit).
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $131,750 – $178,250 per year.
The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
LOCATION
Location: San Francisco
One Market Plaza
Spear Tower, Suite 3300
San Francisco
CA
94105-1126
US
* 415-947-2000
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Senior Level Full Cycle Recruiter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level full cycle recruiter job?
Employers at this level want candidates who have owned full recruiting cycles independently, not just supported them. Demonstrating that you have built pipelines from scratch, advised hiring managers on strategy, and improved hiring outcomes through data puts you ahead. Experience mentoring junior recruiters and leading cross-functional projects is a strong differentiator at the senior level.
Which companies hire senior level full cycle recruiters?
Companies hiring senior level full cycle recruiters right now include Med-Metrix, Okta, and FedEx, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from organizations scaling their talent functions, building out recruiting centers of excellence, or replacing experienced departing leaders.
Are there remote senior level full cycle recruiter jobs?
Yes, and remote availability is strong at this level. About 55% of senior level full cycle recruiter openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many organizations trust experienced recruiters to operate independently without being on-site. Fully remote roles do exist, though some employers prefer hybrid for senior staff who collaborate closely with leadership.
What makes a full cycle recruiter role senior level?
Senior level full cycle recruiter roles are defined by scope, ownership, and influence. Rather than executing a process handed to them, senior recruiters shape hiring strategy, own the full pipeline for critical or complex roles, and advise business leaders directly. They typically mentor junior team members, lead process improvement initiatives, and are accountable for quality-of-hire outcomes, not just filled requisitions.
Which industries hire the most senior level full cycle recruiters?
Senior Level full cycle recruiter roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have high hiring volume, complex role profiles, or rapid headcount growth that creates sustained demand for experienced recruiters who can operate with minimal oversight.