Serra Pecino
Senior Director, Legal Recruitment @Hays
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Director, Legal Recruitment @Hays
Toronto, ON, CA
Winner: ACSESS “Recruiter of the Year” 2025 — recognized nationally for excellence in recruitment, leadership, and impact-Lead national legal recruitment for law firms and in‑house legal departments, from Legal Assistant to VP, Legal-Manage high‑priority mandates across corporate, litigation, commercial real estate, family, IP, and other specialized practice areas-Advise partners and executives on market trends, talent strategy, compensation, and succession planning-Mentor and lead a high‑performing legal recruitment team, recognized internally for exceptional performance and industry reputation.
EDUCATION
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
ABOUT SERRA PECINO
Award-winning legal recruiter | Senior Director, Legal Recruitment at Hays | National expert in legal talent strategyAs the 2025 ACSESS “Recruiter of the Year” and Senior Director of Legal Recruitment at Hays, I specialize in connecting Canada’s top legal talent with the country’s most respected law firms and legal departments. My work spans more than a decade and includes successful placements from Legal Assistant to Vice President of Legal, across every major practice area (corporate, litigation, commercial real estate, IP, insurance defence, family, corporate commercial, and more).What sets me apart is a commitment to precision, confidentiality, and long‑term fit. I partner closely with managing partners, practice leaders, and in‑house GCs to solve complex hiring challenges, support succession planning, and secure high‑impact legal professionals who drive results.I’m also passionate about elevating the profession through thought leadership. I’ve spoken on allyship and inclusion at industry events, including an International Women’s Day panel focused on building equitable career pathways and empowering the next generation of women in professional services, as well as a panel discussion about the importance of succession planning for in-house Counsel. My work has been recognized not only through national industry awards, but also through the trust of colleagues and leaders, including public praise for leadership, integrity, and excellence from external business partners and senior leadership within Hays.If you’re looking to build a legal team, explore your next career move, or gain market insight into today’s legal hiring landscape, let’s connect.43••••••09 or s••••••••@hays.com.
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