Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant

Addison Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm seeks a Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant to manage interview processes and support recruitment efforts. This role offers a growth opportunity within a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have strong organizational skills and prior experience in administrative roles, contributing to a dynamic recruiting team.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K

Monetary bonuses

Professional development options

Qualifications

• Manage recruitment processes and maintain candidate data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Prior experience in recruiting or administrative roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the on-campus interview process and coordinate interviews.
• Manage emails and inquiries related to Legal Recruiting.
• Organize applications for associate and judicial clerk candidates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Prior experience in administrative or recruiting support

Tools

Microsoft Office

viRecruit

Job description

Job Title: Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant

Industry: Legal

Location: Palo Alto, CA (Onsite 3 days/week)

Salary: $63,000-$89,000 (Based on experience)

Job Description:

Are you looking for a growth opportunity at a top law firm with a positive work environment? Our client, a top national law firm, is seeking a Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Coordinator to join their team. Please contact us today to discuss this opportunity!

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support the on-campus interview process by managing registrations, coordinating interviews, and maintaining candidate files.
2. Monitor and respond to emails in the Legal Recruiting inbox, addressing inquiries as appropriate.
3. Organize and review applications for lateral associates and judicial clerk candidates, preparing summaries for review.
4. Maintain and update candidate data in the recruiting database (viRecruit) and ensure proper organization of recruitment files.
5. Coordinate payments related to associate hires, including bar exam, clerkship, and travel expenses.
6. Manage record-keeping for California associates (attrition data, leaves, mentoring) and assist with associate evaluations and professional development programs.
7. Support mentoring initiatives and ensure confidentiality of sensitive firm and client information.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Prior experience in administrative or recruiting support roles is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management (viRecruit preferred).
• Experience managing record-keeping for California associates (e.g., attrition data, leaves, mentoring).

Why choose Addison Administrative & HR?

• Competitive pay, negotiated based on US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Benefits & Bonuses: Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K, and monetary bonuses.
• Connections: Direct contact with hiring managers from renowned organizations.
• Options: Multiple employment options near your home.
• Professional Development: Hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.