Onsite Law Student Recruiting Coordinator – Dallas/Houston

Onward Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

eLearning and Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Onward Search is seeking a temporary Law Student Recruiting Coordinator to support the law student recruiting team in the Dallas and Houston offices during the summer associate hiring season. The role is on-site in Houston or Dallas for 27 to 52 weeks, with responsibilities spanning full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and event coordination.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has strong communication and organizational skills, plus familiarity with ATS and LinkedIn.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least one year of experience in a law firm or client service role preferred.
• Legal recruiting experience and applicant tracking system familiarity are advantageous.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn and social media platforms preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and professionalism.
• Flexibility to work outside regular hours during busy recruiting periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of law student and entry-level recruiting processes for the Dallas and Houston offices.
• Support full-cycle recruiting activities, including feedback collection and candidate documentation.
• Facilitate onboarding of new associates and attorneys, ensuring smooth orientation and integration.
• Coordinate interview programs, law school engagement events, and sponsorship activities.
• Manage interview logistics, scheduling, and supporting documentation to ensure seamless execution.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Discretion/Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Flexibility

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn

Social media

Job description

Onward Search is seeking a temporary Law Student Recruiting Coordinator to support the law student recruiting team in the Dallas and Houston offices during the summer associate hiring season. The role is on-site in Houston or Dallas for 27 to 52 weeks, with responsibilities spanning full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and event coordination.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has strong communication and organizational skills, plus familiarity with ATS and LinkedIn.