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Charles Russell Speechlys

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have social media skills, recruitment experience (preferably legal), proficiency in MS Office, a proactive approach, interest in diversity, and strong communication and multitasking abilities.
  • You will manage Early Talent recruitment marketing, social media, events, assessment processes, and candidate experience while collaborating with teams to enhance diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Requirements

  • Excellent social media skills and a keen eye for engaging content trends.
  • Previous experience in a recruitment or early talent role is desirable, ideally in a legal environment.
  • A good working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social media platforms.
  • Able to operate in a confidential manner and work with privileged information.
  • A proactive can-do approach and able to use initiative.
  • An interest in social mobility and the Firm’s diversity agenda.
  • A professional manner with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to balance competing priorities and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong relationship building skills across the firm and the HR team.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Senior Early Talent Manager, Diversity Equity & Inclusion team and Marketing department to develop and implement the Firm’s online marketing strategy for Early Talent recruitment through the website and external provider platforms.
  • Forge meaningful and influential working relationships with the wider HR team, Business Services, Directors, Partners, managers and other key individuals in the Firm.
  • Have ownership of and deliver an active social media presence, monitoring analytics to drive engaging content.
  • Management of internal and external recruitment events (both virtually and in person), such as law fairs and insight days, ensuring that Firm’s message is delivered in a professional and inclusive manner.
  • Plan and deliver the spring and summer placement schemes and internships including inductions, speaker sessions, social events and assessment centres.
  • Delivering the Early Talent assessment and selection process including management of application pipelines through each of the assessment stages, including the planning and running of assessment centres.
  • Ensure candidate quality is maintained and provide an exceptional candidate experience that is in line with the Firm’s core values.
  • A trusted assessor throughout the Firm’s selection process, working closely with the recruitment partners to agree sifting and hiring decisions.
  • Work with the Senior Early Talent Manager to review and further evolve the Firm’s selection tools, adding a DE&I lens, and considering the impact of AI on our processes and quality controls.
  • Provide reporting and analytics to monitor key recruitment performance indicators such as cohort demographics, application trends and retention.
  • Support the Early Talent Senior Advisor (Development) by building relationships with the trainees and apprentices to understand and support their development needs, once they start at the firm.
  • Work with the Early Talent Team, Talent Acquisition Team and Diversity & Inclusion team on talent related initiatives and projects.
  • Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Early Talent Advisor (Recruitment) role?

The primary purpose is to attract, recruit, and develop our trainee and apprentice cohorts, while combining best practice recruitment with creative candidate engagement methods.

Who does the Early Talent Advisor report to?

The Early Talent Advisor reports to the Senior Early Talent Manager.

What type of events will the Early Talent Advisor manage?

The Early Talent Advisor will manage internal and external recruitment events, such as law fairs and insight days, both virtually and in person.

What qualifications or experience are desired for this role?

Previous experience in a recruitment or early talent role, ideally in a legal environment, is desirable, along with excellent social media skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What kind of analytics and reporting will the Early Talent Advisor be responsible for?

The Early Talent Advisor will provide reporting and analytics to monitor key recruitment performance indicators such as cohort demographics, application trends, and retention.

Is this a full-time position, and where is it based?

Yes, this is a full-time position based in the London office, with occasional travel to other UK offices and target universities.

What are the key areas of collaboration for the Early Talent Advisor?

The Early Talent Advisor will work closely with the Senior Early Talent Manager, Talent Acquisition team, wider HR team, trainee recruitment partners, and key marketing stakeholders.

What skills are important for the Early Talent Advisor position?

Important skills include excellent social media skills, relationship-building capabilities, excellent verbal and written communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Is there a focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in this role?

Yes, the role involves implementing DE&I considerations in the recruitment process and developing strategies in collaboration with the Diversity Equity & Inclusion team.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the Early Talent Advisor will support the Early Talent Senior Advisor (Development) by understanding and addressing the development needs of trainees and apprentices once they start at the firm.

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Charles Russell Speechlys

Here today for your tomorrow

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Charles Russell Speechlys is a law firm headquartered in London with offices in the UK, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We have an unusually broad range of skills and experience across the full spectrum of business and personal needs. This gives us a wider perspective, clear insight and a strongly commercial long-term view. We use this approach to secure the growth of our clients as they move confidently into the future. It has made us a leader in the world of dynamic growth and family businesses, and among the world’s leading creators and owners of private wealth and their families. Major corporates and institutions find our more considered and personal approach a refreshing alternative to conventional business law firms.