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:
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.