Alston & Bird's
THE FIRM
As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 26 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Remote flexibility is offered for this position, and specific arrangements will be discussed during the interview process.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Are you passionate about connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities? As the Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our workforce, driving strategic hiring initiatives, delivering an exceptional candidate experience, and partnering closely with leadership to build high-performing teams. This role offers the chance to make a visible impact across the organization while championing our firm culture and core values.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Key Responsibilities - Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist: Oversee full-cycle recruitment for professional staff roles under leadership supervision
Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and sourcing strategies
Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
Track and report on recruiting metrics and pipeline health
Contribute to A&B branding and outreach initiatives
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to proactively identify top talent
Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles
Ensure compliance with firm policies and employment regulations throughout the recruitment process
Mentor and guide the Talent Acquisition Coordinator(s) to ensure operational excellence
Leverage recruitment technologies and platforms to improve efficiency and candidate experience
Represent the firm at career fairs, industry events, and networking forums as needed
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate:
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
High-level customer service orientation for internal and external stakeholders
Professional, welcoming demeanor with a commitment to candidate experience
Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based HR platforms
Ability to create visually engaging onboarding materials and internal communications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Ability to build effective relationships across departments
Familiarity with Firm standards and ability to uphold professional etiquette
QUALIFICATIONS
3-5 years of recruiting experience required
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in legal or professional services environment strongly preferred
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.
The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.
Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact donavan.mclean@alston.com.
Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate.
As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 26 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Remote flexibility is offered for this position, and specific arrangements will be discussed during the interview process.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Are you passionate about connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities? As the Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our workforce, driving strategic hiring initiatives, delivering an exceptional candidate experience, and partnering closely with leadership to build high-performing teams. This role offers the chance to make a visible impact across the organization while championing our firm culture and core values.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Key Responsibilities - Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist: Oversee full-cycle recruitment for professional staff roles under leadership supervision
Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and sourcing strategies
Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
Track and report on recruiting metrics and pipeline health
Contribute to A&B branding and outreach initiatives
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to proactively identify top talent
Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles
Ensure compliance with firm policies and employment regulations throughout the recruitment process
Mentor and guide the Talent Acquisition Coordinator(s) to ensure operational excellence
Leverage recruitment technologies and platforms to improve efficiency and candidate experience
Represent the firm at career fairs, industry events, and networking forums as needed
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate:
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
High-level customer service orientation for internal and external stakeholders
Professional, welcoming demeanor with a commitment to candidate experience
Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based HR platforms
Ability to create visually engaging onboarding materials and internal communications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Ability to build effective relationships across departments
Familiarity with Firm standards and ability to uphold professional etiquette
QUALIFICATIONS
3-5 years of recruiting experience required
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in legal or professional services environment strongly preferred
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.
The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.
Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact donavan.mclean@alston.com.
Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate.