Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation / controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York, Chicago, or Washington D.C. office (hybrid). In this role, you will be responsible for advising on the most effective ways to attract, assess and onboard talent and develop the recruitment team. You will develop direct recruitment strategies and, where needed, utilize recruitment agencies to ensure we attract and retain top talent. You will oversee the on-boarding and orientation of new hires to ensure they have a positive and comprehensive integration into the firm. Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Manages the business services recruitment team to deliver an effective service, acting as a role model of best practice.
• Advises hiring managers on recruitment strategies, utilizes various sources to market vacancies, attract and assess talented candidates.
• Screens resumes, schedules and conducts interviews.
• Utilizes the applicant tracking system and refers qualified applicants to the appropriate hiring manager.
• Leverages data and analytics to implement tactics aligned with our hiring strategy.
• Proactively seeks feedback from hiring managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting strategies and implementation. Likewise, develop feedback mechanisms from candidates to ensure we drive a leading and positive candidate experience.
• Facilitates the offer and on-boarding process for new hires, including creating offer letters, reviewing background check results.
• Works to enhance the recruitment service to the business through upskilling hiring managers on recruiting practice and using systems and technology to make our service easy to access and efficient.
• Develop direct and agency sourcing channels to continually build a pipeline of quality candidates, including employer branding and recruitment campaigns.
• Ensures recruitment efforts are in compliance with EEO and OFCCP federal regulations.
• Assists with managing finances for the department and keeps within budget.
• Ensures current knowledge of Firm policies and practices and current knowledge of industry trends and continued professional development for business services professionals.
• Monitors time, attendance, and expense reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with Firm policies.
• Effectively utilizes the Firm's performance management process to communicate performance expectations, monitor performance, coach employees, and manage unsatisfactory performance.
• Oversees employee's work performance and provides guidance in the resolution of problems.
• Recommends guidelines and practices to promote efficiency, effectiveness, excellent customer service and improved employee relations, in alignment with the Firm's Core Values.
• Engages in strategic (i.e., long-range) planning by developing departmental goals and supporting objectives for assigned department(s).
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well‑being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

The overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

For further details, please visit https : / / www.skadden.com / careers / staff / employee-benefits

Salary Details

$200,000 - $220,000

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Lara Bell at (212) 735-2794.

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