Assistant, Legal Recruiting (Lateral Associate Recruitment) - Temp to Perm

Goodwin Procter LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement & Savings Plan

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goodwin Procter LLP in New York seeks a Legal Recruiting Assistant (Temp to Perm) to support lateral associate hiring and attorney onboarding. You will manage candidate data, coordinate interview logistics, and liaise with search firms and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience, strong MS Office skills, and a professional, proactive mindset. Occasional extended hours and travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience, ideally in a law firm or law school career services setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable working with databases; experience with LawCruit preferred.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional, responsive, and collegial demeanor.
• Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information.
• Self-starter with strong initiative; able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work occasional extended hours as required.
• Occasional travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the recruiting database (LawCruit), including candidate records, interview schedules, evaluations, and reporting for lateral associate hiring.
• Coordinate all aspects of the lateral recruiting process, including scheduling, candidate communications, file management, and expense processing.
• Communicate with search firms, candidates, and internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Prepare and distribute interview schedules, greet candidates, collect feedback, and compile evaluation summaries.
• Support conflicts, background check and onboarding processes.
• Partner with HR and other departments to facilitate smooth onboarding of new attorneys.
• Manage recruiting materials, departmental supplies, and assist with additional projects as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LawCruit

Job description

Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team - all business professionals at the firm - you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.
Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognised as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Legal Recruiting (LR) Assistant - Temp to Perm provides key administrative and logistical support to the Legal Recruiting team. This role contributes to the firm's efforts to attract, recruit, and hire exceptional law students and experienced attorneys in alignment with the firm's strategic talent goals. The position will begin as a one-month temporary assignment, with the intention of transitioning to a regular, full-time role thereafter.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and update the recruiting database (LawCruit), including candidate records, interview schedules, evaluations, and reporting for lateral associate hiring.
• Coordinate all aspects of the lateral recruiting process, including scheduling, candidate communications, file management, and expense processing.
• Communicate with search firms, candidates, and internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Prepare and distribute interview schedules, greet candidates, collect feedback, and compile evaluation summaries.
• Support conflicts, background check and onboarding processes.
• Partner with HR and other departments to facilitate smooth onboarding of new attorneys.
• Manage recruiting materials, departmental supplies, and assist with additional projects as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience, ideally in a law firm or law school career services setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable working with databases; experience with LawCruit preferred.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional, responsive, and collegial demeanor.
• Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information.
• Self-starter with strong initiative; able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work occasional extended hours as required.
• Occasional travel as required.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement & Savings Plan
• Emergency back-up child and adult care
• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee discounts and perks

This position is eligible for overtime: NoThe Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $55,000.00-$65,000.00