HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Premier Business Support•San Diego, CA

12h•$60,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At McCarthy Holthus, and our affiliate companies, we have years of expertise in representing financial institutions across a wide range of banking law matters, and we’re looking for passionate, driven candidates to join our dynamic team! With offices in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, we offer opportunities across multiple locations. Our workplace is more than just a job – it’s a supportive, collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. You’ll be part of a team that values hard work, creativity, and dedication, while enjoying a strong sense of community. We offer performance-based bonuses, competitive compensation, and a range of incentives that reward your success. Plus, with generous benefits, enhanced employer contributions, and paid time off, we prioritize your well-being and work-life balance. Summary: The HR Specialist-Talent Acquisition Employee Development is responsible for attracting top talent, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience, and fostering employee growth through training and development programs. This role partners with hiring managers to manage full-cycle recruitment while also designing and implementing firm-wide training initiatives. Additionally, the HR specialist ensures hiring and training processes align with compliance regulations and industry best practices to support the organization’s long-term talent strategy.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to develop and deliver engaging training programs
Attention to detail and a data-driven approach to hiring and training decisions
Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or equivalent experience
Knowledge of multi-state labor law compliance related to hiring and training.
Familiarity with HR technology, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
3-5 years of experience in talent acquisition, onboarding and/or training
General HR experience strongly preferred, including experience handling compliance-related issues and sensitive employee relations matters.
Experience in a law firm or professional environment preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing and hiring
Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop targeted hiring strategies
Build talent pipelines
Oversee employer branding efforts to position the firm as an employer of choice
Manage the applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment reporting
Ensure compliance with hiring regulations
Develop and facilitate new hire orientation programs to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
Coordinate first-day logistics, including IT setup, training schedules and introductions.
Implement structured onboarding plans
Gather feedback on the onboarding process and make improvements to enhance employee experience.
Coordinate and implement organizational-wide training programs
Assess training needs and develop customized learning solutions for difference employee levels
Manage compliance training (anti-harassment, ethics, workplace policies)
Track training attendance, effectiveness, and engagement through data analysis and reporting
Monitor key HR metrics, including turnover, hiring trends and training effectiveness
Collaborate with managers on workforce planning to anticipate future hiring and training needs
Identify process improvements in recruitment and training to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Other duties as assigned
May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.
May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.