Director of Strategic Growth

Job Title: Director of Strategic Growth
Department: Human Resources
Location: Atlanta
Reports to Title: Attorney Hiring Committee
 

Purpose of the Job:

The Director of Attorney Recruitment leads the law firm’s attorney recruitment strategy to attract and onboard high-performing legal talent across diverse practice areas. This role partners with senior leadership and managing partners to ensure alignment with long-term business objectives and oversees the full recruitment lifecycle. The Director plays a critical role in driving the firm’s expansion by ensuring the timely acquisition of top-tier, client-centric attorneys and contributing to a positive, inclusive candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Recruitment Leadership
• Design and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy for attorney hiring.
• Align talent acquisition efforts with the firm’s strategic growth plans.
2. End-to-End Recruitment Management
• Oversee sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of attorneys.
• Partner with department leaders and hiring committees to facilitate hiring decisions.
3. Candidate Experience and Engagement
• Ensure a seamless, transparent, and positive candidate experience.
• Enhance new hire integration through structured onboarding and engagement plans.
4. Internal and External Collaboration
• Collaborate with senior leadership and managing partners to understand hiring needs.
• Build strong relationships with external recruiters, law schools, and legal networks.
5. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Drive DEI-focused recruitment strategies to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Monitor hiring outcomes to ensure equitable access and representation.
6. Recruitment Analytics and Continuous Improvement
• Track key recruitment metrics and report actionable insights to leadership.
• Optimize recruitment processes using industry best practices and market intelligence.
7. Market Intelligence and Innovation
• Stay informed on legal hiring trends and recruitment technology.
• Lead initiatives to keep the firm competitive in the legal talent market.
8. Other Duties
• Perform additional responsibilities and strategic projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

1. Education
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.
2. Experience
• 5–7 years of experience in legal recruitment, staffing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of the legal market and industry dynamics.
3. Skills
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Project management and multitasking abilities in a high-paced environment.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools.
• Knowledge of DEI recruitment practices.
• Strategic thinking and alignment with organizational goals.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to work at a desk and use a computer for extended periods.
2. Occasional travel for recruitment events and firm initiatives.

Performance Measures

1. Goals
• Meet or exceed annual attorney hiring targets.
• Increase attorney retention and engagement within the first year.
2. Competencies
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Leadership and collaboration across departments.
• DEI recruitment integration and talent pipeline development.

Working Conditions:

1. Office-based with occasional travel to recruitment or networking events.
2. Regular interaction with executive leadership, attorneys, and external partners.