Legal Recruiting Manager

About the Role We are seeking a current Legal Recruiting Manager with hands-on experience recruiting attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff. This role reports to the CHRO and leads a team of recruiters and coordinators in a highly respected, integrity-driven organization in Dallas. This is a high-impact, leadership position responsible for full-cycle legal recruitment, building strategic hiring plans, and managing a team that drives results. Compensation is flexible for the right candidate. On-site within the 635 Loop (near 75 & Walnut Hill), with one hybrid day per week available after six months. What You Will Do Lead full-cycle recruiting for attorneys, paralegals, and legal support roles Directly manage and mentor a team of recruiters and HR professionals Build and maintain strong pipelines of top-tier legal talent Partner with business leaders to identify hiring needs and priorities Optimize ATS workflows and sourcing strategies for maximum efficiency Track, analyze, and report on recruitment metrics to leadership Ensure a seamless, positive candidate experience Represent the organization at legal job fairs, conferences, and networking events Promote employer branding and diversity in hiring practices Ensure full compliance with employment laws and internal policies Required Qualifications Currently recruiting attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff as a primary responsibility Currently managing a team of recruiters or HR professionals Proven record of building and leading successful recruiting teams 5+ years in talent acquisition or recruiting leadership Proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems, and other sourcing tools Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills Strong analytical and data-driven approach to recruitment High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards Preferred Skills HR / Talent Acquisition certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) Experience with employer branding, social media recruiting, and talent marketing Project management and onboarding experience Familiarity with behavioral-based interviewing Bilingual (Spanish or other languages) is a plus Comfortable with HRIS systems, including ADP Why This Opportunity Stands Out This role offers the chance to lead a high-performing legal recruiting team in an organization known for integrity, flexibility, and a family-first culture. The CHRO empowers her team while providing the support needed to succeed. If you are a current Legal Recruiting professional in a management or leadership role, ready to take on a strategic, high-impact position, please submit your resume and compensation expectations now!