Temporary Talent Acquisition Specialist

Fenwick & West•New York, NY

4d•$84,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We have an opening in our HR Department for a temporary (estimated 12 months) Talent Acquisition Specialist who will help attract, screen and select qualified staff across all levels in the firm. This position offers a hybrid schedule and requires 2 days onsite per week at your designated office with the possibility of additional required in-office days depending on business and client needs. This is a full-time exempt position. This role can be based in either our Silicon Valley, CA, or New York, NY, office.

Requirements

Excellent interviewing skills
Skills to allow effective communication with managers
Ability to develop effective working relationships while maintaining strict confidentiality
A thorough knowledge of recruitment and selection techniques
Ability to coordinate numerous projects and tasks simultaneously and set appropriate priority levels; ability to coordinate project resources when required
Ability to respond creatively and with composure under pressure
3+ years of recruiting experience
Knowledge of state and federal employment law

Nice To Haves

Law firm or professional services experience a plus
Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts and coordinates candidate screening and interview processes, including reviewing resumes and applications, and referring qualified applicants to hiring managers
Recommends final candidates to appropriate hiring manager and conducts and coordinates pre-hire and offer processes
Partner with hiring managers to review, analyze and clarify job specifications and skills required; understand business operations and develop recruiting strategies
Develop sourcing plans specific to each job opportunity; utilize proactive recruiting and behavioral interview techniques
Create a “best in class” candidate and client experience by driving speed, quality and effective communication, including status updates