Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

THE FIRM

As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 26 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Remote flexibility is offered for this position, and specific arrangements will be discussed during the interview process.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Are you passionate about connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities? As the Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our workforce, driving strategic hiring initiatives, delivering an exceptional candidate experience, and partnering closely with leadership to build high-performing teams. This role offers the chance to make a visible impact across the organization while championing our firm culture and core values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Key Responsibilities – Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist:

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment for professional staff roles under leadership supervision

• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and sourcing strategies

• Coordinate interviews and candidate communications

• Track and report on recruiting metrics and pipeline health

• Contribute to A&B branding and outreach initiatives

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to proactively identify top talent

• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles

• Ensure compliance with firm policies and employment regulations throughout the recruitment process

• Mentor and guide the Talent Acquisition Coordinator(s) to ensure operational excellence

• Leverage recruitment technologies and platforms to improve efficiency and candidate experience

• Represent the firm at career fairs, industry events, and networking forums as needed

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through

• High-level customer service orientation for internal and external stakeholders

• Professional, welcoming demeanor with a commitment to candidate experience

• Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based HR platforms

• Ability to create visually engaging onboarding materials and internal communications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines

• Ability to build effective relationships across departments

• Familiarity with Firm standards and ability to uphold professional etiquette

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3–5 years of recruiting experience required

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Experience in legal or professional services environment strongly preferred

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact donavan.mclean@alston.com.

Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate.