What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Attorney Recruitment and Development position at Bousquet Holstein?
Bousquet Holstein PLLC is a versatile law firm with offices in Syracuse and Ithaca, representing clients across many industries. The firm’s clientele is comprised of businesses and individual clients for whom we provide legal advice and counsel on a broad range of matters covering more than 30 different practice areas.
Our mission and core beliefs are the guiding principles of our firm and determine how we practice law, respect and serve our clients, support our attorneys and staff, and achieve our goals and those of our clients. Our firm's identity is grounded in the value of teamwork and respect for everyone's individual contributions — and we are committed to fostering a diverse workplace that reflects the communities in which our clients and employees live and work.
With a history of over 60 years serving the Syracuse area, our firm feels a profound commitment to our community. This responsibility is a pillar of our company culture, and the contributions we collectively and individually make to our community are an integral part of who we are.
Bousquet Holstein PLLC currently has the following job opportunities available. For questions or inquiries regarding attorney positions, please contact Samantha Kasmarek, Director of Attorney Recruitment & Development at skasmarek@bhlawpllc.com. For inquiries on all other positions please contact Human Resources at HR@bhlawpllc.com. All inquiries will be kept confidential.
Bousquet Holstein PLLC is a full-service law firm serving individual and business clients through an interdisciplinary and team-based approach. The Firm was founded on a set of core beliefs, including a belief in the value of teamwork and respect for each individual's contribution. As part of our belief in each employee's individuality, and our drive to enhance the versatility and quality of our legal services on a continuous basis, we are committed to fostering a diverse workplace that reflects the communities in which our clients and employees live and work.
We are currently seeking a full-time Director of Attorney Recruitment and Development to join the Firm Administration team in our Syracuse Office.
Annual Salary Range: $85 – $100K
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee and implement Summer Associate and lateral Associate recruiting efforts.
- Schedule and attend recruiting programs and interview sessions.
- Work with firm management and practice group leaders in evaluating hiring needs.
- Researching and reporting market information as it relates to Associate hiring.
- Oversee Associate integration, to ensure a smooth transition from onboarding to practice.
- Design, develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive programs to train, mentor, develop and retain Associates.
- Design, develop, implement, and monitor programs aimed at enhancing Associate professional and client service skills, as well as technical and practice-specific legal competencies.
- Measure and assess the effectiveness of training programs, ensuring alignment with firm objectives.
- Foster strong relationships with Firm management, Practice Group Leaders, and Members to identify training and development needs.
- Oversee the firm's mentorship program fostering a culture of support and professional growth.
- Act as an advisor to Associates, conducting follow-up, and troubleshooting issues, if needed.
- Develop, lead, and facilitate Associate evaluation process.
- Maintain external relationships to stay current with industry trends and developments.
Requested Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in attorney professional development
- JD required, with a strong understanding of Associate career progression.
- Proven track record of designing and implementing effective professional development programs.
- Excellent communication and organization skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members and build strong relationships with Associates and Members
Individuals from historically under-represented groups within the legal community are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit resume and cover letter to Lisa Bachar, Director of Human Resources, at lbachar@bhlawpllc.com.
Salary : $85,000 - $100,000
