Legal Recruiting Coordinator

Sidley Austin LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Legal Recruiting Coordinator in New York to support the summer associate program and recruiting strategies. This role involves planning, organizing events, and ensuring effective communication within the legal recruiting team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, legal recruiting experience, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Three years of legal recruiting experience required.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Strong attention to detail and good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning the summer associate program and onboarding.
• Coordinate recruiting materials and maintain records.
• Serve as a firm ambassador and help with 1L events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Summary

The Legal Recruiting Coordinator will join a supportive and collaborative Legal Recruiting team in Sidley’s New York office. The coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager with the planning and execution of the summer associate program and executing the firm’s 1L, 2L and 3L recruiting strategies, including law school engagement initiatives for the New York office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager
• Assist in coordinating and planning all aspects of the summer associate program (events, trainings, work assignments, reviews etc.)
• Help maintain accurate records for the summer program
• Assist with summer associate onboarding and orientation as necessary
• Attend summer associate program events as required
• Coordinate mid- and end-of-summer reviews
• Coordinates 1L events and sponsorship opportunities as needed
• Serve as a firm ambassador
• Coordinates 1L and 2L recruiting materials and processing of applications and callback decisions
• Schedule interviews as needed
• Coordinates hiring meeting materials and assists with follow up efforts
• Maintain LawCruit database with accurate and complete records
• Assist with Fall Associate onboarding and orientation as necessary
• Conduct office tours for candidates, summer associates and fall associates
• Must be willing to work overtime as requested, especially in the months of May through August
• Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm
• Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$75,000 - $93,000 if located in New York

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Three years of legal recruiting experience
• Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and be proactive
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred:

• Law firm or professional services experience

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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