Director Legal Talent Recruitment

Lead legal talent strategy at Gowling WLG across Canada, using recruitment and professional development expertise to support Corporate Department associates.As Director, Legal Talent, you will lead associate recruitment, engagement, retention, career advancement, and performance processes. You will collaborate with Department Chairs, Practice Group Leaders, Practice Directors, and shared services teams. The position supports legal talent strategies aligned with the Firm’s Strategic Plan and core values across Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Waterloo, Hamilton, Ottawa, and Montréal.Key Responsibilities:
Lead lateral associate recruitment, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and business casesAdminister associate integration, mentorship, engagement, and career development programsManage associate evaluations, compensation reviews, performance metrics, and development plansMonitor capacity, workloads, complement levels, and balanced legal working teamsCollaborate on strategic talent planning and innovative practice tool deploymentRequirements:
JD or Bachelor’s degree in law, depending on jurisdictionMinimum five years’ experience as a law firm lawyerInterest or experience in legal talent management and recruitmentExceptional leadership, coaching, communication, and relationship-building skillsStrong project management, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilitiesBring legal recruitment, talent management, and leadership expertise to advance associate careers throughout Gowling WLG’s Canadian offices.
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