Legal Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist

Diversity In Technology is seeking an executive recruiting professional for a 3-month contract engagement focused on identifying and securing qualified legal talent in the Hampton Roads, VA metro area. The selected recruiter will headhunt independent solo practitioners or contract attorneys specializing in Administrative Law and Section 1983 litigation, with the expectation of delivering a short list of vetted candidates to the CEO within the project window.

Role Overview

This contract position supports executive-level hiring outcomes by sourcing, vetting, and delivering attorney candidates who meet role-specific technical and contracting requirements. The recruiter will present 3 fully vetted, qualified attorney candidates to the CEO within 3 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Executive Outreach: Source high-caliber independent attorneys using state bar directories, professional networks, and legal databases.
• Candidate Screening: Vet candidates using the company’s technical screening framework to confirm alignment with cloud-based environments and fixed-term contracting structures.
• Pipeline Delivery: Provide 3 fully vetted, qualified attorney candidates directly to the CEO within the 3-month project window.

Required Qualifications

• Executive Headhunting Experience: 5+ years as an executive headhunter with a verified track record of placing high-level legal professionals.
• Niche Legal Sourcing: Advanced ability to identify and engage independent solo practitioners and administrative law litigators in the Hampton Roads region.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (Required)

Contract Details

• Job type: Contract
• Location: Remote
• Engagement length: 3-month project window
• Work setting: Remote

Compensation

• Pay rate: Up to USD 40 per hour

Application Question

• Do you have experience recruiting Lawyers?