Legal Recruiting Assistant – Onboarding & OCI Programs

Honigman LLP; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & life insurance

401K & profit sharing

All Purpose Leave (APL)

Well-being programs

Learning & development

Job summary

Honigman LLP in Detroit is seeking a proactive Attorney Recruitment Assistant to support recruitment and onboarding of legal talent, including law students and summer associates.

The role requires strong organization, communication, and discretion to manage interviews, an ATS, offers, OCI programs, and recruiting events, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience. This is a fast-paced, professional environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in legal recruiting, human resources, or a related field is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Independent, self-motivated, and the ability to take initiative on tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with recruiting software or applicant tracking systems is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime as necessary to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating all aspects of the legal recruiting process, including scheduling interviews, collecting candidate materials, and communicating with candidates.
• Maintain the applicant tracking system (viRecruit) and ensure accurate and up-to-date candidate records.
• Prepare and distribute recruiting-related correspondence, including offer letters, interview schedules, and follow-up communications.
• Support the planning and execution of “precruiting,” on-campus interview (OCI) programs, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and event logistics.
• Help organize firm-hosted recruiting events, such as receptions and networking activities.
• Coordinate pre-employment processes for new hires, including background checks and conflicts checks.
• Assist in preparing orientation schedules and materials for new associates and summer associates.
• Function as a point of contact for incoming hires, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience.
• Provide administrative support for the summer associate program, including event planning, tracking assignments, and gathering feedback.
• Assist with coordinating summer associate reviews and mid-summer/end-of-summer evaluations.
• Prepare reports and summaries related to recruiting metrics and initiatives.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries about the recruiting process in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with team members on department projects and initiatives as needed.
• Assist with updating and maintaining various department tracking documents.
• Process expenses, invoices, and check requests through Emburse.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Independent, self-motivated

Discretion with confidential info

Multi-task management

Overtime flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Honigman LLP in Detroit is seeking a proactive Attorney Recruitment Assistant to support recruitment and onboarding of legal talent, including law students and summer associates.

The role requires strong organization, communication, and discretion to manage interviews, an ATS, offers, OCI programs, and recruiting events, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience. This is a fast-paced, professional environment with growth opportunities.