Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Talent Services Team as an Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist located in our Fort Lauderdale or Atlanta office. We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in either our Fort Lauderdale or Atlanta office, on a hybrid basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager. Position Summary The Attorney Talent Acquisition Specialist will report to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager to help manage the full cycle recruitment process for lateral associates, non-track attorneys, student recruiting programs, summer associate program and first-year associate program. This position may also provide additional support to other offices. This role will require periodic travel between the Fort Lauderdale and Atlanta offices. Key Responsibilities Works with office and/or practice leadership on strategic identification and development of attorney candidate pipelines Meets regularly with office management and/or practice group leadership to review hiring needs and potential candidates Supports the student recruiting, summer associate, and first-year associate programs Coordinate and attend law school recruiting and networking activities, and collaborate with other offices as needed Coordinate summer associate program events and practice group specific training Support the recruiting brand by creating an exceptional candidate experience Maintain and provide information and reports regarding lateral and student recruitment to office management Process prompt payment of vendor invoices for all related recruitment expenses and maintains records Assists and coordinates all activities related to the full life cycle of a lateral candidate, including creating job requisitions and postings, reviewing candidate materials, maintaining candidate files in the applicant tracking system, coordinating interview schedules, compiling candidate feedback, and assisting in preparing standard offer letters Communicate with associates, shareholder candidates and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless candidate experience Coordinates with Talent Acquisition staff and other administrative departments (e.g., Human Resources, Conflicts) to complete various recruitment-related checks (background, conflicts, references, bar status, etc.) and new hire-related paperwork as well as other employment-related processes Communicates directly with candidates and search firms regarding candidate status Manage relationships with search firms and assist with the administrative process of executing agreements with new agency relations Maintains applicant database and department records and generates reports Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Skills & Competencies High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively in a high-paced environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation; ability to interact effectively with candidates, all levels of firm personnel, and a variety of external clients Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others Possess superior judgment and discretion; recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information, and maintain confidentiality Analytical with strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment, excellent follow-up skills Education & Prior Experience Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development or related field preferred. Five to eight years of related attorney recruiting and summer associate hiring and summer program planning experience, preferably with a large law firm Working knowledge of recruiting software and applicant tracking systems Familiarity with AI platforms and integrating into the recruiting process and experience Technology Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual's race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.