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Holland & Knight LLP · 1 month ago

Director of Legal Recruiting (Hybrid)

Operations Center - Tampa

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Holland & Knight LLP is a firm dedicated to achieving high standards of performance and success. They are seeking a Director of Legal Recruiting to lead the attorney recruiting efforts, develop strategies to attract top legal talent, and manage a team of recruiters while promoting teamwork and professional growth.

Law Practice

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive, best-in-class attorney recruiting strategy aligned with the firm's recruiting and business objectives that positions the firm to attract high-caliber legal talent consistent with the firm’s culture and values

Collaborate with leadership to understand attorney hiring needs and priorities

Evaluate and recommend technology tools, including those that use artificial intelligence, to enhance processes for the identification and selection of candidates to improve recruiting outcomes

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of legal recruiting professionals to ensure the team's effectiveness in delivering quality results

Foster an environment of teamwork, engagement, and professional growth

Stay up to date with industry best practices, market data, and emerging trends to ensure the firm remains competitive and innovative in its attorney recruiting approach

Establish, enhance, and manage relationships with external recruiters, law schools, and other legal recruiting service providers

Enhance relationships with key external stakeholders to further the firm’s brand and develop recruiting opportunities

Oversee the contracting process with external recruiters, ensuring alignment with the firm’s business objectives

Continuously review recruiting processes and workflows to identify opportunities for automation and efficiencies

Streamline processes using technological capabilities, including artificial intelligence tools consistent with the firm’s artificial intelligence policies and protocols

In partnership with other internal stakeholders, develop and execute a comprehensive recruiting data analytics strategy to inform recruiting-related business decisions

Identify key recruiting metrics and performance indicators

Leverage technology to present information in a clear and compelling manner to support decision-making

Ensure the integrity, security, and accuracy of recruiting data

Work with the Information Governance group to establish and implement data governance protocols

Lead the annual budget process for legal recruiting and be accountable for spending within approved budget allocations

Special projects and duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal RecruitingAnalytical SkillsTeam LeadershipAI Recruiting TechnologyProcess ImprovementCommunication SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Required

Demonstrated ability to earn the trust and respect of firm leaders and colleagues; executive presence

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment

Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across departments and functional areas to achieve business objectives

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative while also working collaboratively with others in a team environment

Ability to assimilate information quickly and to grasp big picture concepts as well as details; demonstrated business and technological acumen, including experience with AI-related recruiting technology, to translate business needs into solutions

Flexibility to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities; ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple, detailed tasks

Strong knowledge of attorney recruiting processes and operations. Demonstrated process improvement skills

Ability to anticipate issues and exercise good judgment in recommending solutions

Strong attention to detail and ability to produce quality work product under time constraints

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Bachelor's degree required; JD degree preferred

10+ years of experience in and extensive knowledge of law firm attorney recruiting

Ability to travel up to 25%

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Moderate or advanced keyboard usage