J ob Description Job Title Neutral Recruiter (Ideal for an experienced paralegal with a litigation
background. Will train candidate who has client-facing experience on the recruiting skills for this position).Location Garden City. Onsite. Remote work one day per week once fully trained. A second day may be considered once fully trained and well versed in NAM's business, policies and procedures.Status Full-timeReporting to Sr. Director of Marketing and Neutral RecruitingRole context For more than 30-years NAM has provided litigants a nationwide panel of top-tier former judges and practicing legal specialists (neutrals) uniquely qualified to facilitate the resolution of disputes in a private forum. With exceptional case management, 2,600+ highly respected, award-winning neutrals, and leading-edge technology, NAM is the indispensable ADR solution. For more information, please refer to our website: Role purpose This individual serves as NAM's go-to resource for information about the company's roster of neutrals. This role is responsible for recruiting neutrals, writing their bios based on an established template and maintaining and enhancing relationships with neutrals, all of which support the strategic growth objectives of the company. The ideal candidate must have a "roll up your sleeves " mentality and excellent people skills to ensure all neutral recruiting needs of
the company are met.
Key responsibilities - Assist with designing a strategy and approach to neutral recruiting, engagement, and management at NAM.
- Recruit best-in-class neutrals, including former judges and legal practitioners nationwide—seek out quality candidates, assess and confirm their qualifications, negotiate rates, etc.
- Research and recruit neutrals for specific client opportunities.
- Research and recruit neutrals to build out NAM's roster for nationwide growth—considerations include:
- expansion into new markets, practices, industries, and geographies; and neutral's reputation in the marketplace.
- Develop an onboarding, integration, and mentoring program for new neutrals.
- Responsible for neutral bio template and for writing of bios for new neutrals and updating bios for existing neutrals.
- Responsible for oversight of all rosters, nationwide and internationally.
- Work with sales and marketing team to promote neutrals via CLEs, articles, etc.
- Work with IT, sales, and marketing on neutrals CRM database.
- Build relationships with new and existing neutrals.
Key Skills & Attributes: Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required. Paralegal, Master's degree and/or JD a plus
- 3-5+ years' experience in either:
- legal services recruitment, i.e., for lateral attorney staffing agency or in-house law firm talent acquisition team; or
- attorney staffing and utilization; or
- recruiting/staffing role for alternative legal services provider.
- Possess high level of energy and drive, combined with the presence and credibility to deal with a sophisticated audience comprised of former judges, law firm partners and other legal practitioners.
- Operate as an effective team member able to build a network of relationships internally and externally.
- Bring knowledge, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn about the major areas of law practice which form the basis of our clients' disputes, including across complex commercial, construction, employment, entertainment, financial services, international, insurance, medical malpractice, personal injury, professional liability, and real estate dispute resolution.
- Have proficiency utilizing CRM systems to research and maintain database of clients / contacts, lawyers, etc.
- Demonstrate ability to serve internal customers efficiently, i.e., handle urgent requests for panel creation.
- Involvement in national and locally based recruitment, professional development organizations, i.e., NALP-National Association of Law Placement; WALRAA.org.
- Possess outstanding written and verbal communication.
- Excellent leadership skills, i.e., organizing, planning, problem- solving and decision-making.
- Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the company.
- Proficient in Outlook, MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Diversity We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society, and we aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths.Equal Employment Opportunity and Non- Discrimination Policy NAM is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. It is the policy of the company to comply with applicable federal, state and local law and provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, sex, citizenship status, ancestry, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.
We have a
Neutral Recruiter position opening. This person will report to our Senior Director of Marketing and Neutral Recruiting.
I have attached a job description. but can be higher depending on experience and level of education. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical & Dental insurance and 401(k) plan. Also, in addition to salary, there is an annual bonus program which is based on the attainment of personal and company goals and performance.
This position is in person at our headquarters in Garden City, NY. Remote work (1-2 days week) may be considered after trained and fully versed in the company's business, policies, and procedures.
There may be some local travel to attend business events, etc.
One other very important point: We are a professional services company and have corporate/insurance professionals, attorneys and former judges attend our conferences. As such, it is essential that any candidates presented to us are also professional in manner and in appearance. For that reason, before sending us any candidates, please make sure you interview them in person to determine that they present themselves professionally. If you need further clarification, please give me a call. 
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