DC-Based Legal Recruiting & Associate Life Coordinator

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Legal Recruiting & Associate Life Assistant to support on-campus and in-office interviewing, coordinate candidate scheduling for law student and lateral positions, and plan summer associate events.

The role also involves assisting the Legal Talent department with general administrative duties, serving as a resource to DC Associates, and coordinating events and mentoring programs. Bachelor’s degree required; 1–2 years recruiting experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of legal recruiting or equivalent related experience.
• Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively in a team.
• Attention to detail in materials, priorities and deadlines.
• Discretion and confidentiality in relaying information.
• Ability to adapt to diverse work styles and provide personable service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-campus and in-office interviews for candidates across programs.
• Plan and attend 1L events, sponsorship tracking and student group activities.
• Prepare interview materials and information packets for attorneys.
• Assist with recruiting receptions, partner events, and related activities.
• Liaise with Partners and vendors; greet visitors and candidates.
• Maintain accurate attorney and team information and lists.
• Assist with summer program planning and events logistics.
• Track summer program diaries, evaluations and feedback.
• Support training programs by tracking RSVPs and booking conference services.
• Plan internal events and receptions, including law school lunches.

Skills

Legal recruiting experience

Verbal and written communication

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Diplomacy and discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Legal Recruiting & Associate Life Assistant to support on-campus and in-office interviewing, coordinate candidate scheduling for law student and lateral positions, and plan summer associate events.

The role also involves assisting the Legal Talent department with general administrative duties, serving as a resource to DC Associates, and coordinating events and mentoring programs. Bachelor’s degree required; 1–2 years recruiting experience preferred.