Head of Talent Management (Attorney Recruiting)

Job Description

Job Description
Head of Talent Management (Attorney Recruiting)
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
$200,000 - $250,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits
About the Role

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a

Chief of Talent Strategy

to lead its

attorney recruiting and talent management function . This is a

senior leadership role

responsible for driving firmwide hiring strategy, building high-performing teams, and partnering closely with firm leadership to support continued growth.
This role offers a unique opportunity to

shape the future of attorney talent , working across practice groups to attract, develop, and retain top legal professionals.
Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute

firmwide attorney recruiting strategy

across multiple offices and practice areas
Oversee

full-cycle attorney hiring

(sourcing, interviews, offers, onboarding)
Partner with Practice Group Leaders to identify

current and future hiring needs
Build and leverage a strong

network within the legal industry

to attract top talent
Manage and enhance

law school recruiting and industry partnerships
Monitor

market trends, compensation, and competitor hiring activity

to stay competitive
Support

attorney development, retention, and succession planning initiatives
Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
8+ years of experience in

legal recruiting, attorney development, or talent management
Strong understanding of

law firm structure, economics, and career progression
Proven success recruiting attorneys across

multiple practice areas
Established network within the

legal community , particularly in

Chicago
Experience working with

law firm leadership and Practice Group Leaders
Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills
Ability to handle

confidential and sensitive information

with discretion
Preferred

Experience in a

mid-sized or large law firm environment
Experience managing

summer associate or law school recruiting programs
Experience developing

attorney training or leadership programs
Familiarity with

performance management and succession planning
SHRM, HRCI, or related certifications are a plus
Compensation & Benefits

Base salary:

$200,000 - $250,000

(commensurate with experience)
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Professional development and CLE support
Pay Details:

$200,000.00 to $250,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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