Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager presso Gtlaw

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 Recruiting Team as an Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager located in our Atlanta office. 

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, 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 client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Atlanta office, on an in-office basis. In-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Chief Talent Officer and Business Director.
 
Position Summary:
The Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager will report to the Chief Talent Officer and work closely with the Atlanta Managing Shareholder, Administrative Shareholder, Co-President, Recruiting Chairs, and Business Director to manage the strategic and full cycle recruitment process for shareholders, lateral associates, non-track attorneys, and OCI/summer/first-year associate programs for the office.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Researches, analyzes, and communicates strategic hiring intelligence to Managing Shareholder, Administrative Shareholder, Recruiting Chairs, Business Director and/or practice group leadership

• Identifies market trends and aligns those with firm and office strategic goals to develop creative and innovative attorney recruitment strategies

• Meets regularly with office and/or practice leadership to review hiring needs and potential candidates

• Manages and coordinates entire recruitment process for attorney candidates

• Develops and maintains relationships with search firms and counterparts in other firms

• Manages and coordinates law student recruitment, summer associate and first-year associate programs

• Assists office with candidate and market research as necessary

• Maintains applicant database and department records as well as generates reports

• Participates as a member of the local NALP city group chapter, attends city group meetings, and is aware of NALP guidelines and best practices

• Performs special projects as requested by the Chief Talent Officer

• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies:

• High attention to detail, exceptional planning and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively

• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation

• Interact effectively with candidates, search firms, law schools and various levels of personnel across the office and firm

• Provide outstanding client service to all stakeholders

• Possess superior judgment and discretion; recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality

• Analytical with strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and has excellent follow-up skills

 
Education & Prior Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, or related field

• Eight to ten years of related attorney recruiting experience, preferably with a large law firm

Technology:

• Working knowledge of recruiting software and applicant tracking systems (i.e. Workday, Firm Prospects, Flo Recruit and LinkedIn Recruiter)

• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

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.