Recruitment Advisor

The role comprises of three key parts: delivery of an effective and efficient end-to-end recruitment service, providing a positive candidate experience, and best in class key stakeholder management. The role's focus, in addition to delivery, is to ensure that Dentons is externally recognised as the leading employer of talent within the legal industry and that internally, Dentons actively engages with talent and operates against best practice, legal, inclusive and ethical resourcing principles. The Resourcing team's vision supports the strategic direction of the Firm, supporting the growth of the Firm through the attraction and growth of each individual. The resourcing team are key to the future success and culture of the Firm and are committed to building transparent, innovative, equal and respectful relationships with internal decision makers, candidates and suppliers.

Responsibilities / What you are responsible for:

• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process for both business services and fee earner needs, including preparation of job descriptions, screening CVs, creating shortlists, conducting interviews and managing the offer process with hiring managers/Partners.
• Supporting the administration of the application process by accurately maintaining the ATS, document management system and internal trackers.
• Work closely and consultatively with hiring managers and Partners in providing advice and guidance on recruitment process and sourcing strategies.
• Strategic use of direct sourcing methods to ensure a 60% direct hire ratio - including employee referrals, LinkedIn, job boards and talent pools.
• Building a candidate pipeline for immediate recruitment requirements and for future needs.
• Manage third party relationships and agency PSL, regularly monitoring service levels.
• Maintain a focus on candidate experience throughout the application process.
• Provide a high quality candidate and client experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Continually work to improve processes and follow best practice.
• Collaborate with the wider HR team, including the shared service center in Warsaw, on all business as usual activities and strategic initiatives.
• As part of the team, continue to develop our Inclusion & Diversity recruitment strategy.
• Maintain a professional attitude during challenging situations.

Required experience, skills, and attributes / What you bring:

• Full 360-recruitment process experience (job posting, shortlisting, initial screening, arranging interviews etc.).
• Experience in a law firm or professional services firm is essential.
• Good proficiency with IT, including Outlook, Excel, MS Teams.
• Good attention to detail and organisation skills.
• Experience of using social media tools to source candidates direct.
• Strong interviewing capabilities via in person meetings and video conferencing.
• Clear communicator at a variety of management levels.
• Ability to develop good working relationships with candidates and colleagues of all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work at pace, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Motivated, forward-thinking and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to take direction, work effectively and as part of a team.
• A skilled networker, attending relevant forums and events – keeping abreast of market trends.
• Understanding of legislation relevant to recruitment.

Behavioural Expectations / How you do it:

• Leading Self: Prioritises effectively across multiple recruitment activities, adjusting plans as requirements change while maintaining timely and accurate delivery. Uses sound judgement within own remit, taking ownership of day-to-day decisions and escalating risks, exceptions or more complex issues at the appropriate point. Remains professional, adaptable and solutions-focused when priorities shift or challenges arise, maintaining a consistent standard of service.
• Expertise: Applies recruitment knowledge and understanding of relevant processes confidently, providing practical and proportionate guidance to candidates and stakeholders. Uses appropriate sourcing, interviewing and assessment approaches to support fair, evidence-based recruitment decisions and a strong candidate experience. Maintains accurate records and pays close attention to detail, recognising the importance of data quality, compliance and consistent process. Keeps knowledge of the recruitment market and relevant trends current, using this insight to inform sourcing activity and day-to-day advice.
• Collaboration: Communicates clearly and confidently with candidates, hiring managers, Partners and colleagues, adapting style and level of detail to the audience. Builds constructive and trusted working relationships through responsiveness, reliability and a consultative approach. Works collaboratively across Resourcing, HR Services and the wider HR team, sharing information and contributing to effective end-to-end delivery. Engages candidates and stakeholders respectfully and inclusively, helping to create a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Advancing our business: Responds to business needs in a timely and commercially aware way, balancing stakeholder requirements with recruitment process, candidate experience and firm priorities. Proactively identifies opportunities to strengthen direct sourcing and talent pipelines, supporting efficient recruitment delivery and reduced reliance on external agencies. Looks for practical opportunities to improve recruitment processes and service quality, contributing ideas and supporting agreed improvements. Represents Dentons positively in the external talent market, using professional networks and market engagement to support the Firm's ability to attract talent.

Firm Profile: Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you.

Inclusion and Diversity: We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate.

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurotype, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We are also “Happy to Talk Flexible Working” and welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. Dentons is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates with a disability may choose to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme. We will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Where application volumes are high, we may offer interviews to those who best meet the minimum criteria, consistent with our approach for all candidates.

During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.

If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com. Enquiries only please – applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.