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Attorney HR Manager The candidate will be the first point of contact responsible for the overall coordination, management, and delivery of attorney HR services/projects to support the effective management, development, and engagement of attorneys in the office. Be the lead responsibility for employee relations issues for attorneys, the Summer Program, Student Recruiting, and the onboarding and integration of the Fall Associates. Lead WDC Recruiting Committee meetings, determine agenda, and prepare materials. The coordinate on-campus interview process, including, working with DC Recruiting Committee to select law schools, screen resumes; correspond with candidates, arrange interviews, and work with Committee to determine offers and rejections. Maintain an open line of communication with the US Student Recruiting Team. Oversee WDC Summer Associate Program, including calendar of Summer Associate events, work allocation, mentors, and feedback. Maintain relationships with career services at law schools. In collaboration with the Litigation Practice - Appellate and Practice Leaders, manage the judicial clerk recruitment process. Collaborate with the Hiring Partners, Diversity and Inclusion team, and Affinity groups to implement diversity recruiting initiatives. Ensure accuracy of hiring data. Create and maintain reports, metrics, and analyses for internal purposes. Review and analyze post-season metrics. Responsible for ensuring consistent application of firm-wide recruitment policies and procedures. Work with Practice Leaders, Hiring Partners, and Office Managing Partners on attorney student recruitment initiatives and on diverse law student outreach initiatives. Manage LawCruit database procedures for applicant tracking of student hires; candidate file maintenance; hiring statistics. Plan and execute the onboarding and local orientation of the First Year Associates and contribute to the development of improvements. Manage attorney HR transactions such as US client secondments new hires, remote work, office transfers, alternative work schedules, separations, employment verifications, personnel records, etc. Handle new hire integration and exit interview discussions and identify themes to be shared with HR leaders. Liaise with International Mobility Manager for client and office secondments outside the US and provide guidance to practice leaders and sponsoring partners. Provide advice and guidance to attorneys and partners on firm policies and performance issues, working with Employment Counsel where appropriate. Manage attorney compliance with state bar admission (including DC bar waive in procedures and compliance). Keep abreast of changes in employment law and current trends in HR best practices; puts forward recommendations to align with market and legislative changes. Initiate and participate in attorney retention initiatives related to integration and mentoring programs, attorney dinners/functions/panels, etc. Responsible for audit and monitoring of PeopleSoft data on WDC attorneys and related reporting. Maintain professional skills and relationships with various professional associations such as NALP and WALRAA. Perform other tasks and HR functions for lawyers or business services in the WDC office as needed. In coordination with US L & D team, manage arrangements for US in-house training programs delivered in WDC which include invitation and rsvp process, venue, a/v, catering, communications, materials, evaluations, speakers, CLE, administration for sign in, certificates, etc. Coordinate with US L & D team on the use of attorney training-related software: MB archived programs, CE Manager for individual lawyer CLE compliance, and access to WestLegalEd and PLI for online CLE programs. Assist in identifying training needs and in the development of diversity initiatives. Manage industry surveys for the WDC office, related to the Summer Program and Associates. Coordinate annual Counsel and Associate Performance Evaluation programs with Practice Leaders and firm management. Create and maintain relationships within the Firm at all levels, establishing a reputation as a trusted advisor for recruiting and development.
The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job. Should preferably have 4 years+ of experience in Attorney Recruitment, HR, or Development. Experience with database tools such as PeopleSoft, CE Manager, and LawCruit for applicant tracking, continuing education tracking, and HR information is a plus. Proficiency with MS Office Suite applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook is a must. Knowledge of software tools such as PeopleSoft, CE Manager, and LawCruit is a plus. Knowledge of operational budget analysis and recommendations. Should have proficiency in Microsoft Office products and proficiency in virtual platforms such as WebEx and Zoom. Should have processed- and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills. Should be able to determine and recommend change processes to improve workflow efficiencies and be able to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner. Should have the ability to multi-task, take initiative, prioritize work and meet deadlines, strong service orientation, attention to detail and accuracy; high degree of professionalism. Should have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion and excellent verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal skills. Should have strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors. Should have the ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm and the ability to work under pressure, and meet deadlines with shifting priorities. Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative and the ability to respond in a timely way to responsibilities. Should have strong customer service skills, and be able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment. Should have strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects. Should maintain confidentiality and exercises discretion. Handle with discretion access to confidential information and materials.
