Job Description
The Director of Attorney Recruitment and Development role at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is a vital position within the firm, responsible for overseeing all aspects of attorney recruitment and development. This is a national role, open to candidates in our Chicago and Florida offices, and reports directly to the Chairman, Managing Partner, and Chief People Officer. The Director will manage a team of three and work closely with various committees to ensure the firm's strategic growth objectives are met. This is a leadership role that requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of the legal industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment:
- Lead and mentor a team of three recruitment professionals, ensuring effective management of all aspects of lateral partner, associate, and summer associate hiring. - Design and implement comprehensive, firmwide lateral (partner and associates) recruitment strategies. - Initiate and maintain proactive engagement with prospective candidates, representing the firm’s values and culture. - Conduct thorough market analysis to identify and target premier candidates for lateral partner roles. - Work closely with the firm’s leadership to identify and evaluate potential growth sectors currently unrepresented within the firm. - Orchestrate and support the comprehensive lateral recruitment process, including the development and execution of strategic search campaigns. - Champion the firm’s value proposition to lateral candidates, articulating compelling reasons for their integration into the firm. - Engage with Practice Group Leaders and Partners in Charge to thoroughly understand and address lateral hiring requirements. - Contribute to the development of sophisticated brochures and pitch materials for various practice groups and offices. - Collaborate closely with the DEI Office to build a diverse attorney pipeline and support Mansfield Rule efforts. - Oversee all administrative aspects of lateral partner hiring firmwide. - Facilitate attorney orientation and oversee the onboarding of new joiners firmwide. - Manage general recruiting administration, including applicant tracking and maintaining statistics on new hires. - Meet regularly with the recruiting staff for updates on lateral associate and summer associate hiring firmwide.
Development:
- Support the design and implementation of partner integration plans. - Oversee the Attorney Recruitment & Development team in administering the associate evaluation process. - Work with the Attorney Recruitment & Development team, Professional Development Partner, and the Planning Committee to support firmwide training programs. - Design and implement training programs based on partner and associate needs. - Proactively respond to changing training and development needs both internally and externally.
Qualifications:
- Over 10 years of professional attorney recruitment experience including lateral associates and partners. - Minimum four years of professional development experience organizing training for attorneys. - Minimum five years in a supervisory role with the ability to grow and manage a team. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills. - Ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple priorities. - Technology skills including knowledge of applicant tracking systems and CLE tracking software. - A demonstrated ability and strong desire to work as part of a team in a demanding, collegial, client-centered legal services environment. - A College degree in a relevant field of study is required.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is a leading national law firm known for its inclusive culture and commitment to work-life balance and professional growth. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We offer hybrid work arrangements to promote work-life balance and career development opportunities for our employees.
Join the Hinshaw team and make a meaningful impact in the legal industry. Apply today for the Director of Attorney Recruitment and Development role!
