Keller Executive Search ยท 21 hours ago
Legal Recruiter - Family Law
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $180K/yrKeller Executive Search is representing a rapidly expanding family law firm in the Seattle area, seeking a strategic and autonomous Head of Talent Acquisition. This role involves building and leading the talent acquisition function, developing innovative recruiting strategies, and engaging with the legal community to attract top legal talent.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies specifically for legal professionals, with primary focus on family law attorneys
Build talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs across all levels, from entry-level positions to C-suite executives
Source, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates for legal and administrative positions
Conduct proactive outreach to passive candidates through multiple channels including LinkedIn, professional networks, and community events
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial outreach through offer negotiation and onboarding
Establish and maintain a strong presence in the Seattle legal community through networking and relationship building
Attend bar association events, legal conferences, and community gatherings to build the firm's recruitment brand
Host and organize community events to attract legal talent and build the firm's reputation as an employer of choice
Identify and pursue strategic partnership and collaboration opportunities within the legal community
Serve as a brand ambassador for the firm at professional and community events
Design and implement recruitment systems, processes, and best practices from the ground up
Select and implement appropriate recruiting tools and technologies (ATS, sourcing tools, etc.)
Establish metrics and KPIs to measure recruitment effectiveness and inform strategy
Create templates, workflows, and documentation for scalable recruitment operations
Develop and refine the employer value proposition and recruitment messaging
Leverage the firm's professional YouTube and podcast studio to create recruitment and training content
Produce videos, podcasts, and other media to attract talent and showcase firm culture
Collaborate with the production team to develop compelling content that differentiates the firm in the market
Develop thought leadership content related to legal careers and the family law profession
Maintain strong camera presence for video content and firm representation
Develop in-house curriculum and training programs for existing team members
Create professional development resources for legal and administrative staff
Support employee growth and retention through learning initiatives
Partner with leadership to identify skills gaps and development opportunities
Partner with firm leadership to understand hiring needs and workforce planning
Provide market intelligence on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscape
Advise on organizational structure and talent strategy as the firm continues to scale
Stay current on legal industry trends, recruitment best practices, and employment law
Qualification
Required
Significant experience recruiting for professional services or legal industry positions
Direct experience working within the legal industry in any capacity (former attorney, paralegal, legal operations, legal support, etc.)
Proven track record of building recruitment functions or talent acquisition programs
Strong understanding of legal culture, legal career paths, and what motivates legal professionals
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
Self-starter mentality with ability to develop and execute strategies independently
Experience sourcing passive candidates and building talent pipelines
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Strong interviewing and candidate assessment capabilities
Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where priorities can shift quickly
Comfort with ambiguity and building processes in unstructured environments
Professional presence and excellent communication skills for community engagement
Experience with various recruiting tools and technologies
Preferred
Specific experience recruiting for family law positions or family law practices
Prior experience at a private law firm (not legal aid, DV advocacy, or non-profit legal organizations)
Recruitment experience in high-stress, high-emotion practice areas
Proven ability to assess candidates' emotional resilience and cultural fit for demanding environments
Experience building employer brands and recruitment marketing initiatives
Comfort and confidence appearing on camera for video content
Experience developing training programs or professional development content
Background in community organizing or event management
Experience in Washington State legal market
Existing network within Seattle legal community
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Unlimited budget for recruiting tools, technologies, and resources needed for success
Hybrid work arrangement in Seattle, WA area (must be located in or willing to relocate to Seattle metro area)
Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal bureaucracy
Company
Keller Executive Search
Keller Executive Search is a boutique executive recruitment and advisory firm dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations worldwide.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase