Legal Recruiting Coordinator

Job Description:

Duties And Responsibilities

* Provide impeccable support to the Director of Legal Recruiting.

* Assist in coordinating and planning all aspects of the summer associate program (events, trainings, work assignments, reviews etc.).

* Maintain accurate records for the summer program.

* Assist with summer associate onboarding and orientation as necessary.

* Attend summer associate program events as required.

* Coordinate mid- and end-of-summer reviews.

* Coordinates 1L events and sponsorship opportunities as needed.

* Serve as a firm ambassador.

* Coordinates 1L and 2L recruiting materials and processing of applications and callback decisions.

* Ownership of scheduling for all interviews as needed.

* Coordinates hiring meeting materials and assists with follow up efforts.

* Maintain LawCruit database with accurate and complete records.

* Assist with Fall Associate onboarding and orientation as necessary.

* Schedule and coordinate interviews for potential candidates, including phone, video, and in-person interviews.

* Liaise with candidates, interviewers, and hiring managers to ensure a smooth interview process.

* Prepare and send interview agendas and materials to candidates and interviewers.

* Arrange travel and accommodation for candidates as needed.

* Conduct office tours for candidates, summer associates and fall associates.

* Must be willing to work overtime as requested, especially in the months of May through August.

* Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm.

* Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates.

* This position may require travel for campus visits and recruiting events.

* Evening work will be required during peak recruiting seasons, especially for attending summer associate program events.

* Employees are required to be in the office Tuesday-Thursday, and occasionally during peak hours other days of the week.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree required and four-six years of previous experience working in a law firm or in legal recruiting preferred.

* Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.

* Excellent written and oral communication skills.

* Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.

* Maintain the highest discretion and confidentiality.

* Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others.

* Able to work effectively and diligently under pressure.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and research proficiency; applicant tracking system knowledge a plus.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including being proactive and lead on projects to provide high quality results.

* Professional demeanor and sound judgment.