Attorney Recruiting and Development Manager

Bowman and Brooke LLP$130K — $150K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a business-related field required.
  • Five years recruiting experience in a professional services environment; law firm preferred.
  • Three years of managerial experience desired.
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills with multi-tasking ability.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage nationwide attorney recruiting efforts for various roles.
  • Support lateral equity partner recruiting alongside managing partners.
  • Serve as the main contact for internal attorney recruiting and liaising with leadership.
  • Develop sourcing strategies using diverse channels and networking.
  • Track current openings and candidate discussions effectively.
  • Screen candidates while communicating the firm's strengths and culture.
  • Manage interview processes to ensure collaboration in candidate selection.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Firm paid life and disability insurance.
  • Generous paid time off policy and retirement savings with profit sharing.
  • Access to well-being programs and a 24/7 employee assistance program.
  • Flexible working environment with a combination of remote and in-office work.
Full Job Description
We are growing! Due to continued growth across our 17 offices nationwide, we are adding a new position to our administrative team, located in our **Minneapolis, MN **office. The **Attorney Recruiting and Development Manager **will lead, manage and implement all aspects involved in attorney recruiting firmwide to ensure we have the necessary experience and talent to achieve client and firm goals within our case teams. Strategically source and attract qualified associate, senior counsel and non-equity partner level candidates, for open positions by individual outreach, position postings, recruiting events and interviewing candidates. Additionally, this role is responsible for managing the firm's associate development and training programs, ensuring newly recruited lawyers are integrated and supported with training and mentoring. **Requirements** Responsibilities Include: - Manage all attorney recruiting efforts for non-equity partner, of counsel, senior counsel and associate hires nationwide. - Active involvement and support of lateral equity partner candidate recruiting process with managing partners. - Act as single point of contact internally for attorney recruiting, and serve as liaison between executive committee, firm leadership, and human resources. - Develop and implement sourcing strategies including identifying candidates through online job boards, social media, networking, direct outreach, position postings and building relationships with key attorney associations. - Track and maintain current openings, potential candidates and active candidate discussions. - Screen and evaluate potential candidates with a focus on clearly communicating the firms' unique strengths, culture, and adopted core values. - Manage the interview process ensuring all interested parties are involved in candidate selection. - Draft all hiring motions for review by managing partner and human resources. - Manage, maintain, and build relationships with third-party recruiters, including contract and fee negotiations, with the goal of reducing the need for third-party involvement. - Meet with office hiring partners and practice group leaders and/or their designees to determine hiring requirements for attorney openings and/or lateral needs. - Work collaboratively with leadership to develop and implement attorney integration, education, and training programs. Develop engagement strategies for associate retention. - Establish, maintain, and build relationships with top-tier law schools and oversee law student recruiting process for both 1L and 2L candidates. Qualifications and Skills: - Ability to work independently and as a team member; anticipate needs and problem solve effectively. - Able to manage high volume, fast-paced role. Must have strong organization and prioritization skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task to meet deadlines and deliver desired results. - Assertive workstyle, plays well with others. - Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in recruitment. - Maintain accurate records of candidates and the recruitment process. - Collaborate with hiring partners to understand job requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with candidates and hiring partners. - Active listening skills to understand the needs of both the candidates and the hiring partners. - Well-developed networking skills to build and maintain relationships with potential candidates and industry contracts. - Persistence, determination and the ability to follow through with candidates and hiring managers to secure the best talent. - High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel. - Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure. - Ability to manage multiple projects with specific deadlines and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner. - Commitment to professional growth and development. Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in a business-related field required. - Five years related recruiting experience in a professional services environment required, law firm preferred. - Three years of managerial experience desired. Working Conditions: - Professional office environment. - Travel required. - Ability to work additional hours as priorities dictate. - A combination of remote and in-office work. **Benefits** **Benefits: **We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm paid life, disability, domestic partner benefits; a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contributions; nine paid holidays; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more! We enjoy a casual atmosphere and attire. Embracing our differences makes us a stronger team. We are proud to have a nationally recognized diversity and inclusion program to benefit all of our attorneys, staff, and clients. Apply with your resume, cover letter referencing this position, and your salary requirements. If your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you directly. **Compensation: **$130,000 to $150,000 (Depends on years of relevant experience) Visit us on the web to learn more about our firm: www.bowmanandbrooke.com. No Agencies or Telephone Calls Please

About Bowman and Brooke LLP

Bowman and Brooke LLP is a law firm that specializes in product liability and complex litigation. The firm was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Bowman and Brooke LLP has offices in several other cities across the United States, including Detroit, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. The firm's clients include some of the largest companies in the world, and it has a reputation for providing high-quality legal services. Bowman and Brooke LLP is committed to diversity and inclusion, and it has been recognized for its efforts to promote a more diverse legal profession.
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