Legal Talent Acquisition Partner

The Ward Law Group, PL•Miami Lakes, FL

10h•$76,000 - $109,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our rapidly growing personal injury law firm is seeking a Legal Talent Acquisition Partner to play a pivotal role in achieving our ambitious hiring goals. Reporting directly to the Talent Acquisition Manager, you will lead full-cycle recruiting efforts across legal and operational roles, while serving as a strategic partner to leadership on all talent-related initiatives. This is an onsite position (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM) based in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. As a key member of our team, you will ensure we attract, assess, and secure top-tier legal and professional talent to support the firm’s continued expansion and operational excellence.

Requirements

Proven experience in legal recruiting and/or law firm talent acquisition (highly preferred)
Experience managing full-cycle recruiting in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and partner with leadership
Data-driven mindset with experience tracking and reporting recruiting metrics
Skilled in sourcing passive candidates and building talent pipelines
Experience with ATS platforms (SmartRecruiters preferred)
Excellent communication, organization, and prioritization skills
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of corporate recruiting experience, ideally with exposure to both legal and non-legal industries (law firm experience preferred but not required).
Experience with Smart Recruiter (Required)
Proven track record of improving and streamlining recruiting processes, driving efficiencies, and delivering on hiring goals.
Strong relationship-building abilities with hiring managers, department heads, and candidates.
Advanced sourcing skills, utilizing multiple platforms (social media, job boards, networking, etc.) to find and engage top talent.
Excellent organizational skills, able to juggle multiple priorities, and remain adaptable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
High-energy, results-driven, and willing to do what it takes to meet aggressive hiring targets.

Nice To Haves

legal recruiting and/or law firm talent acquisition (highly preferred)
law firm experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Own full-cycle legal recruiting across a diverse portfolio of roles, including attorneys, paralegals, case managers, administrative staff, contractors, and remote/virtual employees
Partner closely with leadership (HR, department heads, and executives) to understand evolving hiring needs and workforce planning priorities
Act as a strategic talent advisor, providing insights on market trends, candidate profiles, and hiring strategies to ensure strong talent alignment
Drive advanced sourcing strategies, including direct outreach, social media recruiting, talent pipelines, and proactive candidate engagement
Continuously optimize recruiting processes, improving speed, efficiency, and candidate experience across all stages
Manage and track the recruiting pipeline using ATS tools (e.g., SmartRecruiters), ensuring accurate reporting and visibility
Deliver data-driven insights and recruiting metrics to inform hiring decisions and improve overall talent acquisition performance
Ensure a seamless and high-touch candidate experience, from initial outreach through offer and onboarding
Collaborate with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, gather feedback, and drive timely hiring decisions
Identify and attract candidates who align with the firm’s culture, values, and performance expectations