Legal Recruiter

Intel; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Witherite Law Group in Honolulu is seeking a dynamic Legal Recruiter to source, attract, and hire talented legal professionals to meet the firm’s staffing needs. The role requires excellent communication, industry insight, and the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers.

The successful candidate will review resumes, conduct initial screenings, coordinate interviews, verify references, and facilitate offer negotiations while staying compliant with regulations and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a recruiter, preferably in the legal industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with candidates and hiring managers.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source qualified legal candidates through job boards, social media, networks and referrals.
• Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and assess fit for roles.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Facilitate offer negotiations and maintain competitive compensation discussions.
• Build relationships with candidates, hiring managers and external agencies.

Skills

Recruiting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

ATS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS software

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Legal Recruiter to join our team. The Legal Recruiter will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring talented legal professionals to meet our firm's staffing needs. This role requires excellent communication skills, a keen understanding of the legal industry, and the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Utilize various channels including job boards, social media, professional networks, and referrals to source qualified legal candidates.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to recruitment and hiring processes.
• Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and assess candidates' qualifications and fit for specific roles.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit with the firm.
• Verify candidates' professional references to ensure their credibility and suitability for the position.
• Facilitate offer negotiations between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring competitive and fair compensation packages.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external recruitment agencies to enhance the recruitment process and meet hiring goals.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor practices, and market conditions to inform recruitment strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
• Perform other duties as required.

Work Experience Requirements

• Proven experience as a recruiter, preferably within the legal industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and engage with candidates and hiring managers.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Physical Requirements

• Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.
• Stand/Sit – Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
• Walk – This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery, etc.
• Use of hands/fingers to handle or feel – Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine/printer.
• Climbs stairs – May occasionally ascend/descend the stairs to get to other floors, cafeteria, and parking area.
• Carry Weight/Lift – Occasionally moves supplies weighing up to 10 pounds for various presentation and event needs.

Disclaimer

Please note that this job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.

EEO Statement

Witherite Law Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals regardless of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, national origin, ethnic origin, military service status, or any protected class.

Job Type

Full-time