Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely on for solid legal solutions.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Mentorship in a friendly and welcoming environment;
• Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing area of talent recruitment and development;
• An inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities;
• Competitive compensation and benefits package;
• Working with a highly skilled team and support staff; and
• Flexible work arrangements.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations.  Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in their application.

Our Halifax office is currently seeking a Manager, Student and Clerk Programs, to join the Professional Talent team.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads the law student and clerk program to include recruiting and onboarding, learning and development, performance feedback and reviews.  Travel and working outside business hours are required at times.
• Various talent management activities to include research, writing, event planning, scheduling, budget support, written and verbal communications, presentations, and human resource administrative duties.
• Reports to and works with the Director of Professional Talent in leading the talent management program for the Associate lawyers.

A detailed job description is available upon request.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years of experience in human resources with at least 2 years in a recruitment role.
• An undergraduate degree, with a professional certification in human resources, or a combination of related education and experience.
• Experience in recruitment, talent development, and administration excellence.
• Familiarity with a professional services environment, a continuous learning mindset, and proficiency using MS Office and HRIS is desirable.
• An excellent communicator and an inclusive leader who excels in coaching, mentoring, and developing professional talent.

APPLY

This position will remain posted until successfully filled.

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Cox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion, Pride at Work Canada and the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).