TopDog Law is revolutionizing legal marketing with a bold, outside-the-box approach. Founded in 2018 by James Helm, our firm has achieved 200-300% year-over-year growth, making us one of the fastest-growing legal brands in the country.
Ranked No. 149 on the Inc. 5000 list, TopDog Law is just getting started.
Job Overview:
TopDog Law is a fast-growing, forward-thinking personal injury law firm known for its energetic culture, innovative approach, and relentless drive for client success. We’re seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our dynamic recruiting team and help us identify, engage, and secure top legal and administrative talent nationwide.
This role will play a critical part in our firm’s growth by managing the early stages of the recruitment lifecycle, sourcing, screening, submitting qualified candidates, and assisting with offer negotiations. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, follows structured recruiting processes, and values both speed and precision in candidate engagement.
Responsibilities:
- Source qualified candidates across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, internal ATS, niche legal job boards, and social channels).
- Conduct initial screenings using standardized interview and qualification questions.
- Manage candidate flow within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage.
- Submit qualified candidates to hiring managers with complete write-ups and interview notes.
- Coordinate interviews and communicate scheduling updates between hiring managers and candidates.
- Represent the company at college and university career fairs to promote employment opportunities and attract emerging talent.
- Support onboarding by ensuring smooth handoff of candidate information to operational teams.
- Maintain strong follow-up practices to ensure timely feedback and a consistent candidate experience.
- Partner with leadership to refine sourcing strategies and improve pipeline efficiency.
- Track recruiting metrics and provide regular updates on progress, conversion rates, and talent pipeline health.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred, not required).
- 2+ years of experience in talent sourcing, recruiting, or staffing (law firm or agency experience a plus).
- Proven ability to manage and maintain candidate pipelines within an ATS (experience with systems like Workable, Lever, or Greenhouse preferred).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on professionalism and relationship-building.
- Familiarity with legal industry roles, terminology, and recruiting channels (preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate compensation and handle sensitive candidate communications.
- Highly organized and able to multitask across multiple open roles and hiring timelines.
- Strong attention to detail, process-oriented mindset, and sense of urgency.
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