Director of Talent Acquisition - Family Law Firm (Private Practice) #1510

A thriving family law practice in the Seattle region is looking for an independent and visionary Director of Talent Acquisition to establish and oversee their talent acquisition operations. This presents an exceptional chance to design recruitment infrastructure from scratch for a firm experiencing remarkable expansion.

The position demands someone capable of working with high autonomy, crafting forward-thinking recruitment approaches, and cultivating substantial connections throughout the legal sector. You'll benefit from boundless resources, full access to a professional production studio for developing training materials and community engagement content, and complete freedom to execute your strategic vision without close oversight. The perfect fit possesses extensive legal sector knowledge, comprehends the distinctive aspects of family law hiring, and excels in a dynamic, rapidly changing setting where you'll establish frameworks and procedures while simultaneously attracting exceptional legal professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning & Collaboration

• Stay current on legal industry trends, recruitment best practices, and employment law
• Provide market intelligence on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscape
• Partner with firm leadership to understand hiring needs and workforce planning
• Advise on organizational structure and talent strategy as the firm continues to scale

Systems & Infrastructure Development

• Establish metrics and KPIs to measure recruitment effectiveness and inform strategy
• Select and implement appropriate recruiting tools and technologies (ATS, sourcing tools, etc.)
• Create templates, workflows, and documentation for scalable recruitment operations
• Design and implement recruitment systems, processes, and best practices from the ground up
• Develop and refine the employer value proposition and recruitment messaging

Content Creation & Employer Branding

• Develop thought leadership content related to legal careers and the family law profession
• Leverage the firm's professional YouTube and podcast studio to create recruitment and training content
• Collaborate with the production team to develop compelling content that differentiates the firm in the market
• Maintain strong camera presence for video content and firm representation
• Produce videos, podcasts, and other media to attract talent and showcase firm culture

Talent Acquisition Strategy & Execution

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial outreach through offer negotiation and onboarding
• Build talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs across all levels, from entry-level positions to C-suite executives
• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies specifically for legal professionals, with primary focus on family law attorneys
• Conduct proactive outreach to passive candidates through multiple channels including LinkedIn, professional networks, and community events
• Source, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates for legal and administrative positions

Community Engagement & Relationship Building

• Serve as a brand ambassador for the firm at professional and community events
• Establish and maintain a strong presence in the Seattle legal community through networking and relationship building
• Identify and pursue strategic partnership and collaboration opportunities within the legal community
• Host and organize community events to attract legal talent and build the firm's reputation as an employer of choice
• Attend bar association events, legal conferences, and community gatherings to build the firm's recruitment brand

Talent Development (As Time Permits)

• Partner with leadership to identify skills gaps and development opportunities
• Support employee growth and retention through learning initiatives
• Develop in-house curriculum and training programs for existing team members
• Create professional development resources for legal and administrative staff

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of legal culture, legal career paths, and what motivates legal professionals
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where priorities can shift quickly
• Professional presence and excellent communication skills for community engagement
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Self-starter mentality with ability to develop and execute strategies independently
• Direct experience working within the legal industry in any capacity (former attorney, paralegal, legal operations, legal support, etc.)
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment capabilities
• Comfort with ambiguity and building processes in unstructured environments
• Significant experience recruiting for professional services or legal industry positions
• Experience sourcing passive candidates and building talent pipelines
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Experience with various recruiting tools and technologies
• Proven track record of building recruitment functions or talent acquisition programs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience developing training programs or professional development content
• Existing network within Seattle legal community
• Proven ability to assess candidates' emotional resilience and cultural fit for demanding environments
• Comfort and confidence appearing on camera for video content
• Experience building employer brands and recruitment marketing initiatives
• Prior experience at a private law firm (not legal aid, DV advocacy, or non-profit legal organizations)
• Background in community organizing or event management
• Experience in Washington State legal market
• Recruitment experience in high-stress, high-emotion practice areas
• Specific experience recruiting for family law positions or family law practices

Benefits

Salary:

• Competitive and negotiable based on experience and demonstrated results ($200k - $250k but willing to pay more for exceptional candidates.
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Unlimited budget for recruiting tools, technologies, and resources needed for success
• Hybrid work arrangement in Seattle, WA area (must be located in or willing to relocate to Seattle metro area)
• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal bureaucracy

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