Job Description
Job Description
POSITION: Legal Talent & HR Manager (Global Law Firm)
COMP PACKAGE: Base to $150K, Full Benefits, Bonus(es), 401K+, Health Club Benefits, Transportation Reimbursement, etc.
ORGANIZATION: Elite International Law Firm
LOCATION: NYC, NY (Hybrid)
Summary for Legal Talent & HR Manager (Global Law Firm)
A prestigious global law firm is seeking a Legal Talent Manager to join its high-performing Legal Talent team. This role partners closely with firm leadership and attorneys to oversee and enhance policies related to attorney transitions—including transfers, leaves, secondments, part-time programs, promotions, and departures. It calls for impeccable judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and strong leadership and collaboration skills.
Responsibilities for Legal Talent & HR Manager (Global Law Firm)
- Act as the primary liaison for attorney transfers between New York, London, and D.C. offices.
- Manage internal communications and tracking processes across key departments.
- Coordinate with the Benefits team to support attorneys applying for disability leave.
- Collaborate with partners to facilitate client and peer firm secondments.
- Oversee the firm’s part-time attorney program, working closely with senior leadership.
- Lead logistics for attorneys transitioning to alternative work arrangements.
- Manage promotion and departure processes for non-partner legal staff and attorneys.
Key Requirements for Legal Talent & HR Manager (Global Law Firm)
- Bachelor’s degree with 5–7 years of legal talent or professional services experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships and deliver exceptional service to attorneys at all levels.
- High emotional intelligence with experience in mentoring and team leadership.
- Exceptional organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to quickly learn firm-specific talent management systems.
- Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment while handling confidential information with discretion.