Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Law Students

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP in Miami seeks a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to drive law school recruiting and the Summer Associate program. You will coordinate with law schools, manage interview schedules, gather feedback, and support the full program lifecycle.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in law firm recruiting, with strong MS Office skills and excellent communication. Travel and flexibility during May–August are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 2+ years of law firm recruiting preferred.
• Experience with law student recruitment and summer programs is ideal.
• Strong MS Office proficiency and familiarity with applicant tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate 1L/2L recruiting for assigned offices including on-campus logistics.
• Manage summer program logistics, interviews, feedback, and offers.
• Liaise with law school career services and sponsorship activities.
• Enter applications, track progress, and maintain data integrity.
• Support planning and execution of the 10-week Summer Program.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Law firm recruiting

Summer program management

Applicant tracking systems

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2+ years law firm recruiting experience

3–4 years recruiting in professional services (alternative)

Tools

viRecruit

MS Office Suite

Job description

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals.

We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.

At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. With us, you’ll find: A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself! Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.

Job Description:

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Law Students executes upon the law school student recruiting process and summer associate programs for one or more assigned offices. Under the direction of the Talent Acquisition Manager or Supervisor, Law Students, this position coordinates with team leadership, hiring partners, and recruiting committee members to implement recruiting strategies, administer recruiting process and summer program logistics, and hire top-level talent.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Directly assist in the 1L and 2L law student recruiting process for assigned office(s), including coordinating with the law schools, resume review, on campus interview logistics, creating interview schedules, gathering interviewer feedback, and facilitating the callback interview and offer process.
• Coordinate the law student recruiting logistics through on-campus recruiting registration, creating interview schedules, gathering interviewer feedback, facilitating the callback interview process, and communication with candidates.
• Assists senior team members by networking and partnering with law school career services to reach law students.
• Coordinate Firm participation and sponsorship of law student outreach activities throughout the calendar year, including preparation, coordination, and event management tasks; may also attend events as needed.
• Manage online application system to include entering candidate applications and pipeline notes, processing applications, uploading documents, and sending status update communications to ensure data integrity for all applicants.
• Assist with planning the full 10‑week Summer Associate program for assigned office(s), including liaising with vendors, booking conference rooms, ordering catering, sending out event meeting requests and preparing meeting materials and documents.
• Administer the day‑to‑day logistics of the Summer Program including the work assignment and evaluation processes, coordinating trainings, planning/attending events, and other duties related to the Summer Program.
• Interface effectively with candidates, provides candidate correspondence and updates, and submits background checks requests and processes conflicts.
• Process payments, invoices, and reimbursements related to law student recruiting efforts, the Summer Program, and First Year Associate onboarding.
• Compile on‑campus recruiting data and survey results.
• Contribute to firm‑wide recruiting initiatives by assisting on special projects as assigned.
• Keep apprised of market trends, NALP rules, and individual school recruiting policies.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree Minimum of two (2) years of law firm recruiting experience focused on Summer Associate Programs and law school recruitment activities, or 3 to 4 years of recruiting experience with a professional services organization.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems, viRecruit preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment under tight deadlines and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment, and handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to travel and work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours, particularly May – August.
• Ability to work in the office 4 days per week throughout the 10‑week Summer Program (typically May – July).
• Candidates who do not fully meet the qualifications for the Coordinator position may still apply, but may be considered for an Assistant‑level position based on experience and qualifications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law, Better. We don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office. Bringing together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals, we celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.