Job Description

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and



experience clients rely on for solid legal solutions. Our Halifax office is currently seeking a Director, Professional Talent to join our leadership team.

WHAT WE OFFER

Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing professional service environment; An inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities; Professional development and growth opportunities; Competitive compensation and benefits package; Working with highly skilled 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.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the strategy and execution of associate lawyer recruitment, development and retention, ensuring alignment with the firm's culture, business goals and career development framework. Foster a high-performance, client focused culture by coaching associate lawyers, and embedding best practices for professional growth and continuous learning. Manage and execute the performance review process for associate lawyers, with a focus on consistency, fairness and transparency. Provide strategic recommendations to firm leadership that support business objectives, while managing and developing two team members within the professional talent function.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Five+ years of education and/or experience in law, human resources, adult education or a related field. Proven experience leading recruitment, performance management, professional development and engagement initiatives, with a current, hands-on understanding of best practices and a coaching based leadership style. Ability to maintain a high degree of professional judgment, confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and discretion at all times. Prior experience in a high-performance, dynamic, complex, and nuanced Professional Services environment would be considered an asset

APPLY

A detailed job description is available upon request. Candidates should submit a resume and covering letter detailing relevant practice experience to:


Blair White, Chief Operating Officer
nslegalcareers@coxandpalmer.com

We thank all candidates for their interest in Cox & Palmer; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



Cox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).