Director of Recruiting
Company: NALP (National Association for Law Placement) Grou
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: November 17, 2024
Job Description:
Director of RecruitingSan Francisco or Los Angeles (hybrid)The
Director of Recruiting will lead the development and execution of a
comprehensive talent acquisition strategy for attorneys and
professional staff, aligning recruitment efforts with the firm's
growth objectives and talent needs. This role requires a strategic
thinker with a deep understanding of the legal industry and a
proven track record in recruitment. This position requires the
individual to reside in California, and will have a designation to
Hanson Bridgett's San Francisco or Los Angeles offices.Core
ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership
- Collaborate with Section Leaders, Department Heads, and
Executive Leadership to shape long-term recruiting strategies
aligned with the firm's strategic goals.
- Lead the integration of staff recruitment into the firm's
broader talent acquisition framework, ensuring that both attorney
and staff hiring meets the firm's evolving needs.
- Anticipate future hiring demands and implement proactive
recruitment strategies to meet the firm's staffing goals across all
levels, including attorneys, administrative professionals, and
specialized roles.
- Foster strategic relationships with external search firms,
recruitment networks, and industry leaders to position the firm as
a preferred employer in competitive markets.Attorney Recruitment
- Lead the Strategic Growth and Lateral Partner Recruiting
Committee, driving the strategic identification and recruitment of
high-value lateral partners, and ensuring alignment with the firm's
growth objectives and culture.
- Manage all aspects of the lateral partner hiring process,
including performing department/practice group specific needs
assessments; engaging appropriate search firms; identifying partner
candidates and appropriately vetting them; facilitating strategy
meetings and calls with Section and Practice Group leadership.
- Develop and manage relationships with preferred search firms to
promote the firm and lateral opportunities; work with Practice
Groups and Marketing to develop lateral recruitment collateral for
search firms and candidates.
- Collaborate with Professional Development and Section and/or
Practice Group Leaders to facilitate seamless integration for
lateral hires and support their long-term success.Professional
Staff Recruitment
- Oversee the professional staff recruitment efforts, working
closely with department heads to identify and address hiring needs
in alignment with business goals.Team Management
- Oversee and mentor the recruiting team, providing strategic
direction and support for recruiting prioritization.
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on results,
collaboration, and innovation in recruitment practices.Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- In collaboration with the DEI team, execute DEI recruitment
initiatives, ensuring alignment with the firm's DEI goals and
compliance with standards such as the Mansfield Rule.
- Work closely with the DEI team and firm leadership to implement
programs that enhance diverse candidate pipelines and foster an
inclusive hiring environment.Recruitment Data and Trends
- Analyze internal and external recruitment data to identify
trends, forecast hiring needs, and provide strategic insights to
firm leadership.
- Monitor industry trends, including compensation, offer
structures, and market demand, to ensure the firm remains
competitive.Employer Branding
- Enhance the firm's reputation as an employer of choice by
collaborating with industry associations, law schools, and
professional organizations to increase visibility and promote the
firm as a top employer in key talent pools.
- In collaboration and partnership with HR, design and optimize a
best-in-class candidate journey from initial engagement through to
onboarding, ensuring that every touchpoint reflects the employer
brand and fosters a positive experience.Budget and Resource
Management
- Develop and manage the recruiting budget, ensuring resources
are allocated efficiently to support recruitment goals and
events.Required Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in recruiting, preferably within a
professional services or law firm environment. 5+ years of
management experience.
- Bachelor's degree. A JD or advanced degree is a plus.
- Proven experience in developing, implementing, and iterating a
strategic talent acquisition plan(s) that aligns with a firm's
overall strategic plan.
- Strong leadership capabilities with an ability to influence and
build trust across all levels of the firm.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in
all aspects of recruitment and talent strategy.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, and
interpersonal skills to effectively engage with firm leadership,
candidates, and external partners.
- Proficient in applicant tracking systems and recruitment
software.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with metrics-driven
decision-making.SalaryHanson Bridgett offers a competitive salary
and benefits package. The annual salary for this California-based
role is anticipated to be in the area of $250,000 - $290,000, and
represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of
possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation
is negotiable and will depend upon a number of factors, including
but not limited to, the candidate's years of experience,
qualifications, and skill set.
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Keywords: NALP (National Association for Law Placement) Grou, Montebello , Director of Recruiting, Human Resources , Los Angeles, California
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