Staff Talent Acquisition Specialist

Thompson Coburn LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Coburn LLP seeks a full-time Staff Talent Acquisition Specialist to enhance their recruitment efforts in Chicago. The role involves managing the full recruitment cycle, developing sourcing strategies, and collaborating with hiring managers to deliver an exceptional candidate experience. The position supports a hybrid-remote work schedule and is part of a recognized law firm dedicated to diversity and client service.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & ADD policies

Paid Vacation Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of full-cycle recruiting experience is required.
• Previous experience in a professional services environment is required.
• Experience utilizing applicant tracking system required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for full recruitment lifecycle for staff positions.
• Develops and implements recruitment strategies.
• Guides hiring managers on compensation decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Applicant tracking software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Thompson Coburn, a large full-service law firm with offices in eight (8) cities across the U.S., is in search of a full-time exempt Staff Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its office in St. Louis or Chicago. With over 400 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized for providing clients with outstanding value and service. Driven by our core values of integrity, innovation, and diversity, we collaborate and work in a welcoming, fast-paced, and inclusive environment.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Thompson Coburn, you’ll be at the forefront of building our exceptional team, using your skills to identify, attract, and engage top-tier talent. In this fast-paced and collaborative role, you’ll take ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle for staff positions across the firm, partnering closely with hiring managers to deliver a best-in-class candidate experience. After an initial period of training, this position is eligible for a hybrid-remote work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and implements sourcing and recruitment strategies for the Firm’s staff positions in conjunction with the Staff Talent Acquisition Manager, to include building network relationships with search firms and area colleges/universities, and connecting with and sourcing talent through social media and other channels to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the Firm.
• Schedules and participates in intake meetings with hiring managers during the position requisition process; provides an overview of the Firm’s recruitment workflow, sets expectations, addresses process-related questions, and gathers information on any anticipated challenges or role-specific considerations.
• Guides hiring managers on compensation decisions and offer strategies, ensuring alignment with the Firm’s overall compensation philosophy and internal equity considerations.
• Assists in the overall function, maintenance and reporting in the Firm’s applicant tracking system; prepares status updates to hiring managers and follows up with hiring managers on open positions.
• Maintains knowledge of best practices and industry standards and identifies and implements effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the needs of the organization.
• Fills position vacancies by selecting the most qualified candidates, reviewing applications, conducting professional reference checks, and recommending candidates for approval.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Delegates recruiting administrative responsibilities to the Staff Talent Acquisition Coordinator, such as monitoring applicant requirements in the applicant tracking system and other related recruiting functions.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and evaluates workflow allocation, procedures and protocols for efficiency.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Ability to manage routine daily functions while resolving sensitive issues and complex assignments using strong critical thinking skills; must exercise sound judgment in determining when to escalate matters, involve leadership, and identify the appropriate individuals to engage at the right time.
• Must possess attention to detail, ability to balance multiple projects and have strong time management skills.
• Advanced technical, Word, Excel, and business software skills.
• Working knowledge of applicant tracking software programs and other technology required.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
  
  

Experience And Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of three years of full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition experience.
• Previous experience in a professional services environment is required.
• Experience utilizing applicant tracking system required, preferred experience with the viGlobal recruiting platform.
  
  

Compensation

For applicants that meet the experience requirements for the role and are physically based in Chicago, IL, the expected salary range is $75,000 - $100,000 annually upon commencement of employment.Starting salary will be determined on an individualized basis with consideration to prior experience and additional qualifications.This is in addition to a comprehensive benefit package offered by the Firm.

Thompson Coburn LLP is a large, full service, multi-state firm with offices in Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Southern Illinois, and Washington D.C. At Thompson Coburn, our behavior and the expectations we have of ourselves are guided by the values that we hold in the highest regard: integrity, a passion for excellence, a focus on serving the client, a value of diversity, innovation, creativity, trust, and loyalty. Within the Firm, we value each other as people and colleagues. In addition to the exceptional working environment and a competitive salary, Thompson Coburn provides the following benefit options to qualifying employees:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance & ADD policies
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Profit Sharing plans
• Parking/Transportation Stipend
• Section 125 Plan (Pre-tax premiums, dependent care and medical reimbursement)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• College Savings Plan Deductions (529 Plans)
• Long Term Care
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

DNI

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Law Practice

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