Talent Acquisition Manager

Alabama Chapter of the American College of Cardiology; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Boutique law firm seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager to lead full cycle recruiting for legal and administrative roles, manage outside agencies, and shape recruiting strategy in a fast-paced environment.

You will oversee candidate experience, collaborate with hiring managers, and align recruitment with workforce planning. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years in legal or professional services recruiting; strong communication and ATS proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years legal or professional services recruiting experience.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Familiarity with hiring laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Outlook, Zoom, and G-Suite.

Responsibilities

• Full cycle recruiting for legal and administrative roles.
• Oversee lateral attorney and administrative hiring.
• Create and post job descriptions on ATS.
• Screen applications and select qualified candidates.
• Schedule interviews and prepare interview materials.
• Manage candidate experience with timely feedback.
• Collaborate with managers on salary ranges and start dates.
• Align recruitment strategies with workforce planning.
• Train hiring managers in interviewing best practices.
• Source candidates via firms, referrals, and research tools.
• Build relationships with outside agencies and networks.
• Manage recruitment budget and marketing expenses.
• Oversee onboarding and pre-boarding activities.

Skills

Legal recruiting

Applicant Tracking Systems

Interviewing

Candidate management

Budget management

Social media recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Zoom

G-Suite

Job description

Salary: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

Boutique law firm that represents some of the biggest names in technology on a range of Internet-related legal issues including cybersecurity, privacy, government surveillance, alternative data, and fantasy sports is looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager who is ready to hit the ground running, and hungry for a challenge! This position involves full cycle recruiting and onboarding for legal and administrative roles including sourcing, management of outside recruitment agencies, candidate management and recruitment strategy. This role will support and run the Firm's recruiting function and implement recruiting strategy. We prioritize innovation and creative problem-solving. In addition to the traditional responsibilities below, we strongly encourage our staff to improve on established methods, seek out inefficiencies, and help build an infrastructure that can support a growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Full cycle recruiting
• Oversee and execute lateral attorney and administrative hiring
• Create and post job descriptions on applicant tracking platform
• Screen applications and select qualified candidates.
• Schedule interviews; oversee preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Manage the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, providing timely communication and feedback.
• Collaborate with the hiring managers and/or other human resource staff, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Partner with HR to align recruitment strategies with overall workforce planning and organizational goals.
• Train hiring managers and interviewers on effective interviewing techniques and best practices to enhance candidate evaluation.
• Use a variety of search methods (search firms, internal referrals, online research tools) to source candidates.
• Build and manage relationships with outside recruitment agencies, HCBU alumni groups, affinity bar associations and other networking groups to build and enhance Firm brand among candidate pools.
• Manage the talent acquisition budget, including expenses related to recruitment marketing, job postings, and external partnerships.

Onboarding

• Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during their onboarding process, addressing questions and concerns promptly.
• Prepare pre-boarding activities, including background check, conflicts, and reference checks.
• Collaborate with administrative departments to facilitate equipment setup, and training schedules.
• Schedule a 60-day check-in with new hires to assess their integration into the team, address any concerns, and gather feedback on the onboarding experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 5 years legal or professional services recruiting experience
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative as a self-starter.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, and G-Suite scheduling tools
• Comfort with communicating with candidates on social media platforms such as LinkedIn
• Excellent organizational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and respected law firm with a commitment to data security and client confidentiality.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals in a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional development.

Compensation

Firm is commited to providing transparency in compensation, in accordance with applicable wage transparency laws, The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

Offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan and matching, paid time off, and short-term and long-term disability.