Job Description
Job Description
Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP
Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is a premier insurance defense trial law firm with a presence spanning Florida, New York, Virginia, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and The Bahamas. We are nationally recognized for our work in insurance defense, admiralty and maritime law, transportation and trucking, personal injury, premises liability, professional malpractice defense, construction, subrogation, and products liability litigation.
The firm holds an AV® Preeminent rating-the highest peer-review distinction from Martindale-Hubbell-and is consistently ranked among the most diverse law firms in South Florida. Our attorneys are known for delivering swift, lucrative results, backed by a 24/7 emergency action response team serving clients in domestic and international jurisdictions.
General summary:
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will execute the firm's recruitment strategy to attract, engage, and hire top legal and professional talent across multiple jurisdictions. This role is responsible for developing innovative sourcing strategies, managing the full recruitment lifecycle, and ensuring a positive candidate experience aligned with Hamilton, Miller & Birthisel's culture.
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
- Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts across the firm, leveraging the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to source, screen, and hire qualified talent for a variety of roles
- Maintain and optimize the ATS to ensure accurate and efficient tracking of candidates
- Participates in the design and implementation a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to support firm-wide hiring needs.
- Partner with leadership to forecast staffing requirements and develop proactive pipelines for critical roles.
- Manage end-to-end recruitment for attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff across all offices.
- Manage job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, and offer negotiations.
- Enhance the firm's employer brand through targeted campaigns, social media presence, and participation in industry events.
- Build relationships with law schools, professional associations, and diversity organizations.
Essential Skills/Abilities & Competencies:
- Full-cycle recruiting, advanced sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment.
- Skilled in ATS, HRIS (preferably iSolved), and Microsoft 365.
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build trust with candidates and internal stakeholders.
- Competent in analyzing recruitment metrics and reporting insights.
- Manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
- Skilled in offer negotiations and stakeholder alignment across jurisdictions; maintains discretion.
- Client service orientation, cultural awareness, inclusion, strategic thinking, and results focus.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing tools, and applicant tracking systems.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-office environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Our Culture - Collaborate with a Dynamic Legal Team At Hamilton Miller & Birthisel, we cultivate talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture where professional growth is celebrated, and success thrives through innovation, diversity, and collaboration. Your voice will be heard, your contributions valued, and your potential realized.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind-for any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law, including race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age (40+), disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and more. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities, pregnancy, religion, and other protected needs and protect confidentiality and non-retaliation for individuals who raise discrimination concerns or participate in investigations.
Applicants are encouraged to apply directly through our Careers Page - All inquiries are kept confidential. No agency submissions accepted.