Arsham Kamali

About Arsham Kamali

With over twenty years of work experience, I am a passionate and skilled recruiter who specializes in both contingent and retained recruiting for various positions and industries. My mission is to match great candidates with the best position for them and to provide extensive support to both candidates and clients as a true partner. I have a field of expertise in hospitality, as I have a background in managing, training, and operating multiple high-volume dining establishments. I currently work as a Recruiting Partner at Goodwin Recruiting, a full-service recruiting agency that is recognized as one of Forbes America\'s Best Recruiting Firms since 2020.At Goodwin Recruiting, I leverage my hospitality experience and my JD degree to source, screen, and place top-notch talent for all levels of positions, both locally and across the United States. I use my strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to understand the needs and expectations of both candidates and clients and to deliver personalized and tailored services that meet their goals. I also use my knowledge of legal and compliance issues to ensure that the hiring process is smooth and ethical. I am proud to be part of a team that values service, quality, and diversity, and that empowers me to grow and excel as a recruiter.

Experience

1. Senior Recruiting Partner and Learning & Resource Specialist

   Goodwin Recruiting

   Dec 2022 — Present · Tampa, FL, US

   As a Senior Recruiting Partner and Learning & Resource Specialist at Goodwin Recruiting, I specialize in full-cycle recruiting across the hospitality, legal, and executive sectors, connecting exceptional professionals with organizations committed to excellence and growth. I take a consultative approach to recruiting — focusing on authentic relationships, transparent communication, and long-term success for both clients and candidates.In addition to leading my own national search portfolio, I also serve as a Learning & Resource Specialist, supporting new Recruiting Partners in mastering Goodwin’s recruiting systems, tools, and best practices. I provide mentorship on sourcing strategy, client development, and candidate engagement, ensuring new partners build a strong foundation for success within the Goodwin network.Core Focus Areas- Executive and management recruiting in hospitality, legal, and finance- Client consultation on hiring strategy, compensation, and team structure- Mentorship and onboarding support for new Recruiting Partners- Market insight and relationship-driven talent acquisition across the U.S- Delivering exceptional service with integrity, collaboration, and accountabilityGoodwin Recruiting — recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Recruiting Firms (2020–Present) — is a nationally respected recruiting agency built on partnership, integrity, and a people-first philosophy that drives long-term success for both clients and candidates.

Education

• University of Hartford

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  2008 — 2009

• Suffolk University Law School

  Doctor of Law - JD

  2010 — 2013

Skills

• General Management
• Legal Writing
• Lexis
• Concentration in Business Law
• Management
• Legal Research
• Restaurants
• Legal Issues
• Restaurant Management
• New Restaurant Openings
• Hospitality Management
• Westlaw
• Hospitality