Lateral Recruiting Coordinator

firstPRO, Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Associate Recruiter to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting with the lateral hiring process, collaborating with practice group leaders, and sourcing candidates in the legal field. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least two years of experience in legal recruiting or a related field. The position offers an engaging work environment where you can thrive and contribute to innovative recruiting strategies. If you have a positive attitude and strong organizational skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in legal recruiting or related field.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced service environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of the lateral hiring process.
• Source candidates and maintain regular status reports.
• Coordinate interview schedules and gather feedback.

Skills

Legal Recruiting

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ViRecruit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$56,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

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Responsibilities

1. Assist Senior Lateral Recruiting Manager with all aspects of the lateral hiring process and special projects.
2. Collaborate with practice group leaders to identify staffing needs, develop search strategies, and draft advertisements.
3. Source candidates, solicit practice group interest, extend interview invitations, and maintain regular status reports.
4. Coordinate interview schedules, gather feedback, and act as liaison to candidates throughout the process.
5. Facilitate decision-making, including offer letters and onboarding documents.
6. Record all resume submissions in the applicant tracking system and ensure compliance with file retention policies; screen unsolicited resumes and respond to applicants.
7. Establish and maintain relationships with legal search firms and stay updated on legal hiring market trends.
8. Assist in developing lateral recruiting marketing materials.
9. Support lateral integration and diversity initiatives.
10. Prepare drafts of fee agreements and track expiration dates.
11. Coordinate with HR and Conflicts teams for due diligence, including internal screening procedures.
12. Work with office management to prepare for new associate arrivals and orientation.
13. Organize payment of placement fees and reimbursement of expenses related to lateral hiring.

Qualifications / KSAs

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 2 years of experience in legal recruiting or a related field; candidates with BigLaw experience and an interest in recruiting will also be considered.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced service environment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Professional and diplomatic communication skills across organizational levels.
• Positive, energetic attitude.
• Proficiency in ViRecruit, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and maintain confidentiality.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal and Human Resources
• Industry: Legal Services