Van Ness Feldman LLP · 22 hours ago
Director of Professional Talent Management
Seattle, WA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expVan Ness Feldman is a nationally recognized law firm focused on energy, environmental, and natural resources law and policy. The Director of Professional Talent Management will lead the Firm’s efforts to attract, develop, and retain top-tier legal and policy professionals, overseeing recruitment, professional development, and performance management.
ConsultingGovernmentHealth Care
Responsibilities
Lead full life-cycle recruitment for attorneys, policy professionals, and other timekeepers, including sourcing, screening, offers, and integration
Build relationships with law schools, professional networks, and search firms to maintain a strong pipeline of diverse talent
Reimagine the law school recruiting and Summer Associate Program with a focus on hands-on client experience, technology fluency, and professional growth
Oversee lateral hiring aligned with strategic needs and develop job descriptions and compensation strategies
Partner with Business Development & Marketing on employer branding and external communications
Serve as a trusted advisor to Firm leadership to design and implement training, development, and utilization programs
Lead the performance review process for timekeepers and support individualized development plans
Enhance onboarding, integration, and mentorship programs
Coordinate Firmwide training programs focused on legal skills, business development, client service, and digital fluency
Support workforce planning, pipeline development, retention strategies, and evolving pricing models linked to talent development
Monitor industry trends in AI, automation, hybrid work, and reskilling to inform Firm‑wide programming
Oversee inclusion initiatives and assist in managing pro bono activities in partnership with the Firm’s pro bono coordinator
Identify professional skill gaps, especially in business development, financial literacy, and technology adoption
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Master's or JD preferred
5–10 years of experience in law firm recruitment or law school career services, including talent development and attorney lifecycle management
Strong communication, analytical, and judgment skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the Firm
Proven ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and executive presence
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams/Zoom, and law firm systems such as Aderant, iManage, and HRIS platforms
This is primarily an in‑office role with periodic travel to the other Firm offices
Preferred
Master's or JD preferred
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Profit-sharing plan
Company
Van Ness Feldman LLP
Van Ness Feldman is a law firm providing legal services in health care, land use, and government relation law.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
E. Marie Woods
Chief Operating Officer
Adam Gravley
Partner
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