Legal Talent Acquisition Assistant Manager at CliffordChance

The role Clifford Chance US LLP is seeking a Legal Talent Acquisition Assistant Manager to lead entry-level legal talent acquisition for our Washington, DC office. This role will play a key leadership role within the US Legal Recruiting team, partnering with business leaders and stakeholders to develop and execute innovative strategies for entry-level recruitment in a highly competitive market. The Legal Talent Acquisition Assistant Manager will oversee the full entry-level recruitment lifecycle, manage and mentor junior team members, and ensure the delivery of a best-in-class candidate experience aligned with the firm’s strategic goals. This role will be based in Washington DC and report to the Head of Legal Talent Acquisition – Americas. Key responsibilities: • Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for all entry-level legal talent acquisition for the Washington, DC office, providing expert guidance to hiring partners, practice areas, and internal stakeholders. • Develop, implement, and continuously refine recruitment strategies and roadmaps to attract top entry-level legal talent, ensuring alignment with the firm’s growth objectives and market trends. • Lead and manage the end-to-end entry-level recruitment process, including sourcing, pipeline development, recruitment campaigns, candidate assessment, interview management, offer negotiation, and onboarding. • Mentor, coach, and provide guidance to junior recruiters and team members involved in entry-level hiring, fostering professional development and ensuring high performance within the team. • Oversee and ensure the effective use of applicant tracking systems and recruitment analytics for entry-level hiring, preparing and presenting regular reports on recruitment metrics, market intelligence, and progress to senior leadership. • Build and maintain strong relationships with preferred suppliers, recruitment agencies, and external partners focused on entry-level talent, including negotiation of terms and ongoing performance review. • Collaborate with Business Professional teams and other internal departments to deliver a seamless onboarding and integration experience for entry-level hires. • Champion and support the firm’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout the entry-level recruitment process, ensuring compliance with firm policies and relevant regulations. • Analyze recruitment trends, market data, and industry developments to proactively recommend and implement process improvements and innovative sourcing strategies for entry-level talent. • Represent the firm at external events, career fairs, and within the legal recruiting community to enhance the firm’s employer brand and expand the entry-level talent network. • Ensure all entry-level recruitment activities adhere to the firm’s policies, OFCCP guidelines, and best practices. • Lead or participate in special projects and initiatives related to entry-level hiring as assigned by senior management.