Recruitment Specialist

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Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a proactive, results-driven Recruiting Specialist to join our team. This role plays a key part in attracting top talent by managing the full recruitment lifecycle for business professional roles and supporting strategic hiring initiatives across the firm. The ideal candidate is a strong relationship builder, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the recruitment process for assigned business professional positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and managing offers.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies using Linked In, job boards, networking, and internal databases.
• Draft compelling job postings and ensure accurate placement across platforms.
• Conduct initial and follow‑up interviews, providing hiring managers with qualified candidate recommendations.
• Manage candidate communications throughout the process, ensuring a positive experience.
• Prepare and extend offers, coordinating onboarding with HR.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and advise on market trends and best practices.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles and future hiring needs.

Collaboration & Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and internal stakeholders.
• Communicate professionally with candidates and maintain strong relationships to support long‑term engagement.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments on workforce planning and recruiting strategies.

Event & Program Support

• Represent the firm at career fairs, networking events, and campus recruiting programs.
• Assist in planning and executing recruiting‑related events and initiatives.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of recruiting experience (law firm or professional services experience preferred).
• Proven ability to manage full‑cycle recruiting and build strong candidate pipelines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ATS platforms strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

The Company

This is an opportunity to work with the Best
. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP
. We are a full‑service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world.

We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high‑net‑worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same:
For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha);
Illinois (Chicago);
Utah (Salt Lake City);
Colorado (Denver, Broomfield);
Texas (Austin);
North Carolina (Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh, Wilmington);
California (Los Angeles);
Nebraska (Lincoln); and Washington DC
. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration; supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients.
This position can be based in our Milwaukee or Waukesha office.

Why You Should Apply

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