Manager, Talent Solutions (People & Development)
Job Responsibilities
The Manager, Talent Solutions (People & Development) plays a crucial role within the department, tasked with various responsibilities centered around recruiting and developing legal talent. Key responsibilities include:
- Recruiting, screening, interviewing, and vetting candidates to build a roster of specialized legal professionals.
- Collaborating with the talent team to validate candidate skills, experience, business acumen, and professionalism, ensuring final approval for placements.
- Strategizing with New Business and Client Solutions teams to comprehend and fulfill client openings and associated requirements.
- Interacting with executives in corporate legal departments and law firms to understand specific needs and present viable candidates.
- Managing and growing existing candidate relationships by staying informed about the legal job market, client environment, and overall legal needs to ensure candidates match customer requirements.
- Supporting New Business and Client Solutions teams to provide clients with high-level service and quality on assignments.
- Serving as a trusted advisor to clients on the legal talent community and job market.
- Engaging in legal networking opportunities, both in-person and virtual, to identify potential client and candidate opportunities.
- Matching existing roster and prospective candidates to client requirements and presenting candidates to Client Solutions and New Business teams.
- Preparing candidates for client interviews and ensuring all employment or client-required paperwork is completed prior to assignment.
- Maintaining an active relationship with candidates on and off assignment and documenting activities in Candidate ATS (Bullhorn) and Smartsheet.
- Professionally developing working candidates through regular communication.
- Practicing adherence to the company Handbook and working independently to meet aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment.
- Demonstrating sound business judgment, ability to handle multiple matters, and fostering teamwork through effective communication and collaboration.
- Exhibiting strong critical and analytical thinking skills, attention to detail, and an interest in learning various tools, including proprietary systems.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Information
Candidates for the position of Manager, Talent Solutions (People & Development) are expected to have the following qualifications:
- Education: A Bachelor’s Degree is required, with a Juris Doctor (.) being highly preferred.
- Experience: 3-5 years of legal experience is required, whether with a large firm, in-house, or as a consultant in the legal services industry. Prior legal recruiting experience is highly preferred.
- Skills: The ability to assess talent, manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills is crucial. Previous recruiting experience and familiarity with Bullhorn or other similar ATS are preferred.
Salary Information
The text does not provide specific salary information for the position of Manager, Talent Solutions (People & Development).
Company Values
The company upholds its True North Values, which include:
- Excellence: Striving to make every client an advocate.
- Passion: Engaging in work with care and commitment.
- Collaboration: Achieving success through teamwork and communication.
- Agility: Adapting and embracing change.
- People: Valuing, respecting, and investing in teammates.
- Vision: Creating clarity of purpose and a clear path forward.
Legal and Equal Employment Opportunity Information
The company is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and ensures non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
