Senior Human Resources Recruiter - Skadden Arps : Job Details

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.

The Opportunity

Skadden is seeking a Senior Human Resources Recruiter. This position will perform full cycle recruitment for Business Services Professional positions in the New York and White Plains offices. Leads the coordination of internship programs and Legal Practice Assistant hiring. Oversees the on-boarding and orientation of new hires. The Senior Human Resources Recruiter will participate in the exit interview process, and serve as a resource to all Firm personnel by responding to inquiries regarding Human Resources recruitment practices and/or Firm policies and procedures. This position will be based in our New York office and has a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Please note that the Firm will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

• Participates in the recruitment process of Business Services Professional employees, including collaborating with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies, utilizing various sources to market and advertise position vacancies; screening resumes, scheduling and conducting interviews, utilizing the applicant tracking system and referring qualified applicants to the appropriate hiring manager. Leverages data and analytics to implement tactics aligned with our hiring strategy.
• Works closely with hiring managers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the hiring needs for each position and meet competitive hiring goals and expectations.
• Proactively seeks feedback from hiring managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting strategies and implementation.
• Facilitates the offer and on-boarding process for new hires, including creating offer letters, reviewing background check results.
• Leads the coordination and administration of the summer internship program, including recruitment, on-boarding, facilitating summer programs and events, and gathering feedback. Maintains relationships with non-profit organizations and schools.
• Leads the Legal Practice Assistant recruitment process for New York, partnering with Human Resources in other offices and the Paralegal Services management team.
• Leads new hire orientation ensuring a robust delivery of content including policies, procedures, cultural awareness and employee programs/resources.
• Responsible for reviewing, revising and sharing updates to the new hire orientation.
• Coordinates new hire orientation schedule.
• Makes appropriate salary recommendations based on applicants' experience and other internal equity considerations. Partners with hiring managers to develop concise and accurate job descriptions for posted vacancies. Collaborates on the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to identify the most qualified candidates.
• Creates and maintains recruitment step by step guides, including email templates and other communications to maintain consistency with HRIS, new hires, and hiring managers.
• Trains new hires in the Human Resources department in New York on the recruitment and orientation processes.
• Collaborates and provides thoughtful feedback and ideas to HRIS with regards to Workday ATS.
• Maintains contact with external employment-related agencies and attends career fairs/consortiums and related events to continually build a pipeline of quality candidates.
• Ensures recruitment efforts are in compliance with EEO and OFCCP federal regulations.
• Seeks to enhance knowledge of Human Resources procedures and processes.

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of Human Resources practices, techniques, and business trends
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Broad and thorough knowledge of Excel and MS Word and a understanding of employee database applications
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of five years of related Human Resources experience, including full cycle recruitment

Culture & Life at SkaddenWhat 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, equity, and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse 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 professional staff.

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.

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

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The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

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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.

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