Recruiting Assistant

Michael Page; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits from day 1

PTO on temp to hire

Potential for strong growth

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Recruiting Assistant in Palo Alto, California to support recruitment operations and ensure an outstanding candidate experience. This role involves coordinating interviews, managing records, and assisting with recruiting initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has excellent organizational and communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree is required. This opportunity provides valuable insight into the recruitment lifecycle and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Prior recruiting or professional services experience is beneficial but not required.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews across multiple practice areas.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates during the interview process.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting data.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication abilities

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Reporting to senior recruiting leadership, the Recruiting Assistant plays a key role in coordinating candidate experiences, managing recruiting operations, and supporting strategic hiring initiatives. This position provides valuable insight into recruitment, talent acquisition, and operations while working closely with c-suite / stakeholders, candidates, and business professionals.

Join a premier global organization and launch your career within a high-performing talent team. This opportunity offers hands‑on exposure to the full lifecycle of recruiting, supporting the hiring of professionals and summer interns in a fast‑paced, professional environment.

Description

• Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews across multiple practice areas.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates during the interview process, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience.
• Greet candidates, provide office tours, and escort applicants throughout the interview schedule.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting data within the firm's recruitment systems.
• Support the day‑to‑day operations of the Legal Recruiting team and assist with ongoing hiring initiatives.
• Contribute to recruiting projects, seasonal hiring programs, and cross‑functional talent acquisition efforts.
• Attend industry recruiting events and professional development programs as appropriate.
• Assist with special projects and additional recruiting initiatives assigned by recruiting leadership.

Profile

• Strong interest in recruiting, talent acquisition, operations, or professional services environments.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, including proofreading and maintaining accurate records.
• Professional judgment and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive, team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high‑quality work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Prior recruiting or professional services experience is beneficial but not required.

Job Offer

• A highly desirable hourly rate
• True temp to perm opportunity
• Non-Exempt Position
• Monday through Friday, standard business hours
• Hybrid 4 days in office, Fridays work from home day
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided from day 1
• Highly comprehensive benefits and PTO on the temp to hire
• Strong growth potential in the corporate space
• Highly collaborative team to grow and develop your skills within Talent Acquisition

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.