Hybrid Lateral Partner Recruiting Coordinator

Perkins Coie LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

20 days annual leave

Parental leave

Up to 10 paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a Lateral Partner Recruitment Coordinator to provide operational and administrative support for lateral partner and senior counsel recruitment. You will coordinate interview schedules, maintain candidate records, and ensure a seamless candidate experience across multiple offices.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, proactive, and able to handle confidential information with discretion while working with leadership, recruiting colleagues, and search firms in a

Qualifications

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills across all levels.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proactive, service-oriented approach with discretion for confidential information.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with a professional demeanor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and related apps.
• Bachelor's degree or related experience in a relevant field.
• At least two years of recruiting coordination, legal administration, or executive support experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support for the recruitment process.
• Coordinate interview schedules across offices and time zones; resolve conflicts.
• Enter and maintain accurate candidate records; track status and next steps.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take notes, and distribute summaries.
• Collect interviewer feedback and draft business cases and diligence checklists.
• Communicate professionally with candidates and search firms; update on progress.
• Maintain organized, confidential candidate files with version control.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Independence

Proactive mindset

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Tools

viRecruit

Job description

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a Lateral Partner Recruitment Coordinator to provide operational and administrative support for lateral partner and senior counsel recruitment. You will coordinate interview schedules, maintain candidate records, and ensure a seamless candidate experience across multiple offices.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, proactive, and able to handle confidential information with discretion while working with leadership, recruiting colleagues, and search firms in a