Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Greenberg Traurig; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm seeks an Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator for its Dallas office. This role involves supporting the recruitment of attorneys, coordinating interviews, and managing recruitment data. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to teamwork. The position offers a hybrid work model and requires regular in-office presence for collaboration and training.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years recruiting experience in a mid-to-large law firm.
• Experience with summer associate/on-campus interviewing program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting and hiring of attorneys.
• Coordinate interview schedules and recruiting events.
• Maintain applicant tracking system data.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Client Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

FloRecruit

Workday

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Recruiting Team as an Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator located in our Dallas office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and willing to travel to the three Texas office locations (Austin, Dallas, Houston). The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Dallas office, and will work on a hybrid basis, but will also support our Houston and Austin offices. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager.

Position Summary:

The Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator plays a key role by assisting the Attorney Talent Acquisition (Legal Recruitment) team carry out activities related to the recruiting and hiring of attorneys (summer associates, lateral, and alternative track career attorneys). Assists with other recruitment initiatives as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed, especially during peak student recruiting periods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure the recruiting process and procedures are aligned with the Firm’s talent strategy and hiring needs.

• Assists with on-site and off-site recruiting event planning and coordination.

• Drafts/updates job postings on the firm website and relevant job boards.

• Assists in meeting support and maintain departmental calendars.

• Coordinates interview schedules for lateral associates and law student candidates, coordinates travel and processes candidate expenses reimbursements.

• Enters all recruiting data into applicant tracking system accurately and in a timely manner; generates reports, as needed.

• Screens and handles general recruiting inquiries from law schools, law students, candidates, recruiters, attorneys and staff members.

• Sends decline communications to candidates and recruiters in a timely manner.

• Retrieves resumes from applicant tracking system and generate reports for active searches on a weekly basis.

• Interacts with law student candidates and law school representatives.

• Initiates background and conflicts screenings for lateral associates and law student hires.

• Coordinates on-campus and off-campus law student outreach and networking events through the law schools’ career services office.

• Assists with special projects and national legal recruiting initiatives; performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively

• Highly motivated, self-starter who can work well under minimal supervision, as well as take a proactive approach in being team-oriented

• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks

• Recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality

• Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or related field preferred

• Minimum three years recruiting experience in a mid-to-large law firm or professional services setting.

• Experience with summer associate/on campus interviewing program highly preferred.

Technology

• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.

• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly.

• Experience with FloRecruit, Workday or other Applicant Tracking System a plus

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.