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Director of Attorney Recruiting (Miami)

Director of Attorney Recruiting (Miami)

Shutts & BowenMiami, FL, United States
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Shutts & Bowen LLP is seeking an enthusiastic Director of Attorney Recruiting to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will not only build relationships with attorneys and lateral partners but also connect top talent with excellent opportunities at the firm. Your significant contribution will shape the future of our firm throughout Florida.

As a key strategist, you will develop and implement the firms short-and long-term recruiting strategy for lateral partners and associates.

Responsibilities

  • As a key strategist, you will develop and implement the firms short-and long-term recruiting strategy for lateral partners and associates.
  • Strategic Talent Acquisition
  • Partner with firm leadership to assess current and future hiring needs aligned with practice group and business development strategies.
  • Track industry trends and provide strategic insight on market shifts, compensation benchmarks, and competitor movements.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with travel required, and excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Relationship-driven, outgoing, proactive, and positive, with a strong sales ability to showcase Shutts and all that we have to offer.

Attorney Recruitment

  • Oversee the complete lifecycle recruitment process for all levels of legal talent, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, offer negotiations, and onboarding.
  • Base every decision and action they take on helping to fulfill the strategic plan of the entire firm and the goals of OMP and PGLs.
  • Regularly visiting offices throughout the state, attending attorney luncheons, visiting law schools, attending conferences, etc. This is not a sit-behind-your-desk role.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to align hiring needs with business goals and team dynamics.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with legal search firms, law schools, and professional organizations to ensure we have a pulse on the market.
  • Lead lateral partner and associate recruiting efforts with a focus on identifying candidates who align with the firm's values, practices, growth, and client needs.

    • Campus & Summer Associate Programs

  • Manage campus recruiting and summer associate programs, ensuring a strong pipeline of talent.
  • Coordinate with law school career services, organize on-campus interviews (OCI), and manage the candidate evaluation and selection process.
  • Oversee the design and execution of summer programs, including assignments, evaluations, and events.

    • Leadership & Team Management

  • Supervise a team; mentor, train, and develop members to achieve high performance.
  • Establish and track KPIs and metrics to measure recruiting effectiveness and optimize processes.
  • Base every decision and action they take on helping to fulfill the strategic plan of the entire firm and the goals of OMP and PGLs.
  • Recruits need to be intentional and aligned with the goals of the firm and each office / market.
  • Office visiting throughout the state, attend attorney luncheons, visit law schools, attend conferences, etc. This is not a sit-behind-your-desk role.
  • Ensure inclusive hiring practices and candidate experiences.
  • Strong people skills and enjoy networking and building connections.
  • Self-motivated and organized.

    • Technology

  • Evaluate and implement recruiting best practices and technology tools.
  • Continuously improve recruiting process, workflows, and candidate experience.
  • High proficiency in ViDesktop, Leopard Solutions, LinkedIn, and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

    • Qualifications

  • Experience as a legal recruiter within a law firm and outside with a legal recruitment agency of a law firm, preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of recruiting experience.
  • Bachelor's degree required, JD or advanced degree a plus.
  • Deep understanding of the legal market, law firm structure, and attorney career paths.
  • Proven experience managing high-level lateral partner and associate recruitment.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with senior stakeholders and manage confidential information with discretion.

    • We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are duly rewarded.

    Shutts & Bowen is an equal opportunity employer.

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