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Robin Smith

Washington,DC

Summary

Efficient and goal-oriented Legal Manager with expertise in legal analysis and problem-solving. Possessing over 20 years' experience in paralegal and human resources management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Litigation Legal Assistants

Finnegan LLP
Washington, DC
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
  • Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and business growth.

Recruiting Manager

Finnegan LLP
Washington, DC
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Developed and implemented recruiting strategies to source, screen, and select qualified candidates.
  • Maintained relationships with hiring managers to ensure a comprehensive understanding of job requirements.
  • Conducted regular meetings with managers to discuss recruitment needs, progress on open positions, and other related topics.
  • Managed the full-cycle recruitment process including sourcing, interviewing, reference checks, offer negotiation and onboarding activities.
  • Analyzed market trends in order to develop competitive compensation packages.
  • Advised management on best practices for attracting top talent.
  • Assisted in developing job descriptions for new positions within the organization.
  • Coached recruiters and hiring managers regarding strong interview techniques.
  • Participated in job fairs, career events and industry conferences to attract prospective employees.

Director of Recruiting

Hudson Legal Group
Washington, DC
01.2005 - 01.2006

Leveraged brand marketing to establish company presence and strong visibility in job markets, building relationships with in industry stakeholders, campus administrators, and 3rd party placement agencies to identify and recruit high-caliber applicants in the field of legal and paralegal work.

·Developed and executed recruitment policies that harnessed proven applicant screening and selection methods, designing interview regimens, negotiating remuneration packages, and conducting professional reference checks,

Paralegal Manager

Morgan Lewis & Bockius
Washington, DC
2004 - 2005
  • Managed a team of paralegals to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks.
  • Provided full-cycle HR management from job market analysis/recruitment, through career development, and severance management, delivering employee relations programs and services.
  • Developed and managed paralegal department, performance reviews, annual merit salary increases and equity reviews, new hire onboarding, and career development.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

Paralegal Certificate -

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Project Coordination
  • Staff Development
  • Staff Management
  • Budget Control

Timeline

Recruiting Manager

Finnegan LLP
02.2024 - 02.2024

Director, Litigation Legal Assistants

Finnegan LLP
01.2024 - Current

Director of Recruiting

Hudson Legal Group
01.2005 - 01.2006

Paralegal Manager

Morgan Lewis & Bockius
2004 - 2005

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Illinois State University

Paralegal Certificate -

Roosevelt University
Robin Smith