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LEGAL Recruiting /Search Manager
DALLAS ONSITE
This is a LEGAL Recruiting /Search Manager role, who will lead full-cycle recruitment efforts with a strong focus on legal talent acquisition. This role is responsible for developing strategic hiring plans, managing a recruiting team, and partnering with leadership to attract top-tier legal professionals and other key roles across the organization.
A self-starter, with ethical standards and accountability, who is ALSO an entrepreneurial thinker. Energetic, proactive, and adaptable with a commitment to operational excellence. Passionate about fostering growth and success, AND a Metric-driven team player. This is an on-site role. The office is located inside THE 635 Loop, near 75 & Walnut Hill.
If you agree this is a great fit, please send your resume in Word, and let's talk as soon as possible.
MANAGER LEVEL EXPERIENCE AND LEGAL RECRUITING EXPERIENCE ARE A MUST - non-negotiable.
MUST HAVES:
- PROVEN experience recruiting attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff
- Lead and manage full-cycle recruiting for legal and support roles
- Certification in HR or Talent Acquisition (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
- Proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing platforms
- VERY STRONG analytical and reporting skills
- 5 years of experience in managing a team, recruitin,g or talent acquisition
- Strong knowledge of ATS and recruitment tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with employment laws and hiring regulations
- Experience with data-driven recruitment strategies
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Oversee job postings, sourcing strategies, and candidate engagement
- Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
- Optimize applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Report to CHRO and the founder weekly with sourcing updates
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic recruiting plans aligned with business goals
- Partner with department leaders to understand hiring needs and role requirements
- Source, screen, and evaluate candidates for positions, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff
- Manage and mentor a team of recruiters and coordinators
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for legal and specialized roles
- Monitor recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to leadership
- Manage relationships with legal staffing agencies and external recruiters
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies
- Promote employer branding and diversity in hiring practices
- Organize and attend legal job fairs and networking events
- Collaborate with HR and leadership on onboarding and workforce integration
- Stay current with legal industry trends and recruiting best practices
Preferred Skills
- Experience with employer branding and social media recruiting
- Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels
- Knowledge of behavioral interviewing techniques
- Project management experience
- Experience in onboarding and talent retention programs
- Bilingual (Spanish or other languages) is a plus
- Tech-savvy with HRIS systems, including ADP
We want a MANAGER who embodies our mission and values and who understands how to leverage our talent. We treat our employees with respect. We take a service-oriented approach to our work ethic, putting people first in everything we do. Our expertise and knowledge in our field are unmatched among firms. Integrity is ingrained in our process from start to finish. We are growing 20% year after year and are a highly respected and very profitable organization.