Talent Acquisition Partner

The Ward Law Group, PL; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development support

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Ward Law Group is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to own the hiring process from sourcing through onboarding coordination. We’re looking for someone who proactively finds talent, carefully evaluates qualifications, and keeps candidates and hiring managers informed throughout the process.

Find great talent. Build strong teams. Help a growing law firm change lives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of end-to-end recruitment experience in staffing or corporate HR (legal experience preferred)
• Proven success filling multiple positions in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on sourcing experience for hard-to-fill roles
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics
• Strong interviewing, communication, and organization skills
• Experience recruiting for law firms or legal services preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage recruiting for multiple positions from intake through interviews, offers, and onboarding coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to establish qualifications, compensation expectations, and interview criteria.
• Source qualified candidates through outreach, referrals, job boards, and professional networks.
• Review resumes and conduct phone screens to assess experience, qualifications, compensation expectations, and interest.
• Coordinate assessments and interviews, collect timely feedback, and maintain candidate engagement.
• Present qualified candidates with clear summaries explaining fit for the role.
• Maintain accurate applicant tracking system records and report on pipeline activity, hiring progress, and recruiting results.
• Identify hiring obstacles and recommend practical improvements to sourcing, screening, and candidate experience.

Skills

End-to-end recruitment

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

Interview coordination

ATS proficiency

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

OFCCP compliance knowledge

Job description

Company Description

Join an Award-Winning Personal Injury Law Firm

At The Ward Law Group, our mission is simple:

Changing Lives. One Client at a Time

Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for consecutive years, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal representation while creating an environment where talented professionals can grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-accountability culture where every team member is empowered to make informed decisions, continuously improve, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Every role contributes directly to helping injured individuals navigate one of the most challenging times in their lives while supporting the continued growth and success of our firm.

Our Core Values

Faith – We act with integrity, honesty, and purpose in everything we do.

Accountability – We take ownership of our work, our commitments, and the results we deliver.

Leadership – We lead by example, inspire others, embrace continuous improvement, and develop high-performing teams.

Loyalty – We build lasting relationships through trust, respect, and dedication to our clients, teammates, and community.

Service to Our Clients – We are committed to delivering compassionate, responsive, and exceptional service that maximizes every client's opportunity for success.

Service to Our Teammates – We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, support, and shared success where every team member has the opportunity to grow and thrive.

Service to Our Community – We believe in making a positive impact beyond the workplace by serving and strengthening the communities where we live and work.

If you are passionate about helping injured clients, thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional client service while continuously growing your career, we invite you to join The Ward Law Group and help us change lives—one client at a time.

Job Description

The Ward Law Group is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to own the hiring process from sourcing through offer acceptance and onboarding coordination. We’re looking for someone who proactively finds talent, carefully evaluates qualifications, and keeps candidates and hiring managers informed throughout the process.

Find great talent. Build Build strong teams. Help a growing law firm change lives.

What You’ll Do

• Manage recruiting for multiple positions, from intake meetings and job postings through interviews, offers, and onboarding coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to establish clear qualifications, compensation expectations, and interview criteria.
• Source qualified candidates through outreach, referrals, job boards, and professional networks.
• Review resumes and conduct phone screens to assess experience, qualifications, compensation expectations, and interest.
• Coordinate assessments and interviews, collect timely feedback, and maintain candidate engagement.
• Present qualified candidates with clear summaries explaining how their experience matches the role.
• Maintain accurate applicant tracking system records and report on pipeline activity, hiring progress, and recruiting results.
• Identify hiring obstacles and recommend practical improvements to sourcing, screening, and the candidate experience.

What You Bring

• At least three years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offers.
• Demonstrated success filling multiple positions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on experience proactively sourcing candidates and filling hard-to-fill roles.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics to manage pipelines and improve results.
• Strong interviewing, communication, and organization skills, with the ability to hold hiring partners accountable for timely decisions.

Experience recruiting for law firms or legal services is preferred.

What Success Looks Like

You consistently deliver qualified candidates who meet the agreed requirements, keep hiring processes moving, maintain accurate reporting, and provide a professional experience for every candidate.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of end-to-end recruitment experience in staffing or corporate HR (leagl experience preferred)
• Prior experience conducting behavioral-based interviews for a variety of roles
• Successful experience managing multiple searches and stakeholders simultaneously
• Strong understanding of analytics and ability to translate data into action
• Ability to influence without authority
• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing sourcing plans
• Thorough knowledge of OFCCP compliance
• Prior experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Ability to write client-oriented communications (emails, job descriptions)
• Tertiary qualification in business or related discipline; Bachelor's degree preferred

Location

This position is open to work at our office 5 days a week.

• Office Locations: 7900NW 154th Street, Suite 101 Miami Lakes, FL 33016
• Position Type: Full Time (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM EST)

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Collaborative, growth-oriented team environment
• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Join Our Team

At The Ward Law Group, every role contributes to changing lives.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your litigation career, maximize client recoveries, and work alongside a high-performing legal team, we'd love to hear from you.

At The Ward Law Group, we recognize our people are our strength. We are an equal opportunity (M/F/Disability/Veterans) and consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. We value our people, their varying perspectives and are committed to fostering an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.