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In-House Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Manager Klinedinst PC – San Diego

At Klinedinst PC, you will have a visible seat at the table and the opportunity to directly shape how the At Klinedinst PC, you will have a visible seat at the table and the opportunity to directly shape how the firm attracts, develops, and retains its talent. Klinedinst PC is seeking an In-House Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Manager to lead attorney and staff recruiting. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the firm’s talent strategy and supporting attorney growth. The ideal candidate combines legal recruiting expertise with a passion for career development within a law firm environment. While we are seeking to fill this position in our San Diego office, we are open to candidates in our other California offices – Irvine, Los Angeles, and Sacramento.  

We offer:

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
  • A collaborative, professional environment with direct access to firm leadership and decision-makers.
  • The opportunity to build and own the firm’s overall talent strategy.
  • Meaningful long-term growth and leadership opportunities as the firm continues to expand.
  • Hybrid workplace options are available after 180 days of employment, supporting work-life integration.
  • An entrepreneurial platform
  • Pay Range: $75,000 – $100,000/year (depending on experience and location)
  • Incentive-based Bonus Program

Key Responsibilities:

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

  • Develop and execute proactive and strategic recruiting plans for lateral attorneys, associates, summer associates, and key professional staff.
  • Manage full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
  • Build relationships with law schools, recruiting agencies, and professional networks.
  • Coordinate summer associate and internship programs.
  • Partner with team members to identify hiring needs and workforce planning priorities.
  • Maintain and enhance employer branding efforts.

Onboarding & Integration

  • Design and oversee onboarding programs for attorneys and staff.
  • Develop structured integration plans for lateral hires.
  • Facilitate orientation and initial training sessions.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 3+ years of experience in recruiting, attorney development, or law firm HR management.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • High level of discretion and professionalism.

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Benefits of a Career at Klinedinst

At Klinedinst, we believe in a fun, yet professional and friendly culture with focus on both the individual and the team. Members of the Klinedinst team have proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage, and a variety of other software packages. In addition, we have a competitive salary and benefit package, including:

  • Multiple Medical and Dental Insurance Options
    • Health Savings Account with employer contribution for those who elect an eligible medical plan
  • Employer sponsored Life Insurance with a voluntary buy up option
  • Employer sponsored Long Term Disability Insurance with a voluntary buy up option
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (125 Cafeteria Plan)
  • 401(k) Plan with discretionary employer match
  • Vision Reimbursement Plan*
  • Employer paid parking or transportation reimbursement*
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health Advocate
  • Training and career development including MCLE, membership dues for professional associations and approved seminar related expenses
  • Mobile phone reimbursement*
  • Discounts on a variety of merchandise from Dell Computers and services from AT&T wireless.
  • Employer sponsored social events
  • Pet Insurance
  • AFLAC
  • Wellness program
  • Referral program
  • Parental Leave

* Benefit levels may be capped and/or based on our internal policy and employee classification

Due to the high volume of applications, only applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. Recruiters and other third parties need not apply.

KLINEDINST PC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. KLINEDINST PC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about our E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work.