The Legal Recruiting & Hiring Manager is responsible for managing the full cycle recruiting process for partner, counsel, associate, entry-level candidates, and support staff employees. This position works collaboratively with team members to ensure consistency across offices and delivers high-quality service. This person in this role uses their judgement to assess candidate qualifications and makes recommendations in support of the Firm’s strategic recruiting goals. The Legal Recruiting & Hiring Manager reports directly to the COO and works closely with the firm-wide hiring partners, the Controller, the Director of Operations, and the Human Resources Manager. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Manage the Attorney & Staff Hiring & Recruiting process across all office locations nationwide.

· Continually enhance the overall hiring process by working closely with internal IT to implement new recruitment technologies and optimize the integration of various tools and platforms.

· Works closely with the Firm’s Leaders to understand and plan for future workforce.

· Identifies and implements best practices and innovative strategies to ensure the Firm attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and high-performing workforce.

· Fosters a collaborative and inclusive team culture that values diversity and promotes a positive candidate experience.

· Oversee the management of the firm’s campus outreach, entry level recruiting, and summer associate program.

· Must be able to attend evening events on a regular basis.

· Oversees the end-to-end hiring and recruitment process, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness of team workflow, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

· Benchmark, formulate, administer, and maintain recruiting policies, operational procedures, and practices consistent with the goals and objectives of the firm, including meeting firm’s diversity hiring goals.

· Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among staff; lead team to meet the firm’s expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment.

· Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

· Excellent sales and customer service skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong knowledge of employment law, applicant tracking system management, and social media recruitment.

· Strong passive candidate recruitment experience.

· Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

· Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other related software.

Education & Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Law degree or completion of law school is a plus.

· 7+ years of demonstrated hiring in the legal or professional services industry a plus.

· Managerial experience required.

· Recruitment certification a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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