Wheeler Trigg Odonnell LLP
Overview
Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell is seeking a Director of Talent to lead the firm’s overall talent strategy, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain top talent in support of the firm’s business goals. The Director of Talent will be responsible for managing and overseeing the firm’s Human Resources, Professional Development and Attorney Recruiting functions, while fostering an organizational culture committed to professional excellence and mutual respect, and valuing differing perspectives and backgrounds. If you are looking for a senior leadership position with a strategic seat at the table, this is it! The Director of Talent reports to the firm’s Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with firm leadership to develop and execute its talent initiatives and uphold its reputation as a premier legal employer. Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership : Develops and implements the firm\'s talent strategy, aligning it with the firm\'s overall goals. Professional Development : Develops and implements training programs for the professional development of the firm\'s attorneys and professional staff, including mentoring and coaching. Performance Management : Oversees, manages and administers the performance management process for lawyers and professional staff, including performance evaluations, coaching and feedback. Human Resources : Oversees and manages all aspects of the firm\'s HR operations for lawyers and professional staff, including compensation, benefits, payroll, and compliance. Staffing and Resource Management : Collaborate with partners and case teams to identify staffing needs and coordinate assignments to ensure optimal utilization of legal talent. Recruiting and Retention : Oversees and manages recruitment strategies and practices to attract top attorney and business professional talent, and develops initiatives to retain existing talent. Employee Relations : Addresses employee concerns and issues, ensuring a positive and productive work environment, and promoting the firm\'s core values. Brand Building and Reputation : Building a strong employer brand and managing the firm\'s reputation as a great place to work. Qualifications
10+ years of law firm experience required. JD or MBA preferred. Management of Professional Development and HR functions in legal settings. Understanding of law firm best practices, trends, and challenges. High emotional intelligence, interpersonal, communication and team skills. Excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy. Distinguished leadership qualities and superb communication skills. Deep understanding of HR principles and best practices, including knowledge of HR laws and regulations, recruitment, compensation, employee development, and employee relations. Familiarity with NALP and industry practices and standards. Ability to function in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment, prioritize multiple projects daily, and adapt to shifting priorities with a can-do attitude. Innovative, analytical, and collaborative problem-solving approach. Experience working with executives on plan development and execution of strategic goals. Salary and Benefits
Salary Range : $215,000-240,000 annually. The final salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The firm provides standard benefits including health insurance, 401(k) contribution, and paid time off, with annual bonus potential based on firm performance. Equal Opportunity Employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
— We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the firm to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are key drivers of our firm\'s success. We intend that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell is seeking a Director of Talent to lead the firm’s overall talent strategy, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain top talent in support of the firm’s business goals. The Director of Talent will be responsible for managing and overseeing the firm’s Human Resources, Professional Development and Attorney Recruiting functions, while fostering an organizational culture committed to professional excellence and mutual respect, and valuing differing perspectives and backgrounds. If you are looking for a senior leadership position with a strategic seat at the table, this is it! The Director of Talent reports to the firm’s Chief Operating Officer and will work closely with firm leadership to develop and execute its talent initiatives and uphold its reputation as a premier legal employer. Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership : Develops and implements the firm\'s talent strategy, aligning it with the firm\'s overall goals. Professional Development : Develops and implements training programs for the professional development of the firm\'s attorneys and professional staff, including mentoring and coaching. Performance Management : Oversees, manages and administers the performance management process for lawyers and professional staff, including performance evaluations, coaching and feedback. Human Resources : Oversees and manages all aspects of the firm\'s HR operations for lawyers and professional staff, including compensation, benefits, payroll, and compliance. Staffing and Resource Management : Collaborate with partners and case teams to identify staffing needs and coordinate assignments to ensure optimal utilization of legal talent. Recruiting and Retention : Oversees and manages recruitment strategies and practices to attract top attorney and business professional talent, and develops initiatives to retain existing talent. Employee Relations : Addresses employee concerns and issues, ensuring a positive and productive work environment, and promoting the firm\'s core values. Brand Building and Reputation : Building a strong employer brand and managing the firm\'s reputation as a great place to work. Qualifications
10+ years of law firm experience required. JD or MBA preferred. Management of Professional Development and HR functions in legal settings. Understanding of law firm best practices, trends, and challenges. High emotional intelligence, interpersonal, communication and team skills. Excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy. Distinguished leadership qualities and superb communication skills. Deep understanding of HR principles and best practices, including knowledge of HR laws and regulations, recruitment, compensation, employee development, and employee relations. Familiarity with NALP and industry practices and standards. Ability to function in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment, prioritize multiple projects daily, and adapt to shifting priorities with a can-do attitude. Innovative, analytical, and collaborative problem-solving approach. Experience working with executives on plan development and execution of strategic goals. Salary and Benefits
Salary Range : $215,000-240,000 annually. The final salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The firm provides standard benefits including health insurance, 401(k) contribution, and paid time off, with annual bonus potential based on firm performance. Equal Opportunity Employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
— We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the firm to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are key drivers of our firm\'s success. We intend that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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