Job description

Role Overview

The Director of Talent Acquisition will lead and shape the talent acquisition strategy for a nationally recognized, women-led Am Law 200 law firm based in California. This executive position reports directly to firm leadership and is responsible for orchestrating how attorneys and professional staff are recruited, evaluated, and integrated into the organization. This fully remote role requires occasional travel to firm offices for strategic meetings and senior partner recruitment activities.

About the Firm

Certified B Corp committed to women-centric leadership
Promotes a collaborative, low-ego workplace culture
Strong dedication to pro bono legal service
Invests significantly in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives
Focus on meaningful, sustainable growth rather than rapid expansion

Key Responsibilities

Own the evolution of the firm's attorney and staff recruitment strategy
Collaborate closely with executive leadership, practice group heads, HR, professional development, DEI, and marketing teams
Lead lateral partner recruiting initiatives including market research, practice planning, search firm partnerships, evaluation, and onboarding
Develop and implement a superior candidate experience and strengthen employer branding
Utilize data analytics to inform recruitment decisions and strategy
Provide mentorship and leadership to a high-performing recruiting team

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years’ experience recruiting attorneys (associates and partners) for large California-based law firms
At least 5 years’ experience managing lateral partner recruiting efforts
Proven experience leading recruiting teams and managing complex hiring projects
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior partners and leadership
In-depth knowledge of the legal talent landscape
Data-driven mindset towards recruitment strategy development
Passionate about cultivating inclusive and high-performing organizational cultures
Bachelor’s degree required; JD or advanced degree preferred but not mandatory

Compensation

The expected salary starts around $275,000 annually, with flexibility depending on experience and qualifications. The compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and may be negotiated based on several factors such as experience, education, and proven track record.

Additional Information

Applicants must reside in California
Role entails occasional travel to firm offices for leadership engagement and partner recruitment
Potential for this position to evolve into the firm’s inaugural chief-level executive role

Director of Talent Acquisition