Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist

Greenberg, Traurig, PA; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm seeks an Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist for its Los Angeles office on a hybrid basis. The successful candidate will manage full-cycle recruitment processes and uphold high standards of client service. This role demands detail orientation, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health insurance with optional HSA

Short and long term disability insurance

401K plan

Vacation and sick time

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in attorney recruiting, preferably with a large firm.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience working with university and law school contacts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the full cycle recruitment process.
• Support all on-campus recruiting activities and events.
• Manage relationships with search firms and maintain applicant database.

Skills

Detail Orientation

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Client Service

Judgment and Discretion

Analytical Skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

LinkedIn Recruiter

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Los Angeles time type Full time posted on Posted 18 Days Ago job requisition id JR202500848

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Talent Services Team as an Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist in our Los Angeles office.

We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities while ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success and anticipating needs. If you are someone who values precision, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact.

This role will be based in our Los Angeles office, on a hybrid-basis (4 days in-office/5 days in-office during the summer). This role reports to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager.

Position Summary

The Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist will assist with coordination of the full cycle recruitment process for lateral shareholders, associates and non-track attorneys, as well as manage the OCI/summer/first-year associate programs. May also provide additional support to other offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Meets regularly with office management, recruiting chairs and/or practice group leadership to review hiring needs and potential candidates

• Provides support for and coordinates all on-campus recruiting activities and events

• Manages entire process for law school recruitment, and assists the Talent Acquisition Manager with lateral attorney recruitment, including initial review of candidate materials, response to inquiries, collection of information from candidates, coordination of interview process (scheduling, monitoring, evaluation follow-up, etc.), and communication with candidates and search firms regarding candidate status

• Coordinates with Talent Acquisition staff and other administrative departments (e.g., Human Resources, Conflicts) to complete various recruitment-related checks (background, conflicts, references, bar status, etc.) and new hire-related paperwork as well as other employment related processes

• Assists other offices with candidate and market research as necessary

• Manages relationships with search firms

• Maintains applicant database and department records and generates reports

• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation; ability to interact effectively with candidates, all levels of firm personnel, and a variety of external clients

• Provides outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others

• Possesses superior judgment and discretion; recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information, and maintain confidentiality

• Analytical with strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment, excellent follow-up skills

• Demonstrates initiative and is a self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision while consistently delivering high-quality results

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development or related field preferred.

• Three to five years of related attorney recruiting experience, preferably with a large law firm

• Prior experience working with university and law school contacts to coordinate, schedule, and promote on-campus programs and events preferred

• Working knowledge of recruiting software and applicant tracking systems (i.e. Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter)

Technology

• Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

The expected pay range for this position is:

$98,171 to $ 111,525

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.