Temporary Law School Recruiting Assistant

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is seeking a temporary, full‑time Law School Recruiting Assistant for a 6‑month assignment. The role supports brand building, seasonal hiring, event planning, data entry, resume processing, interview scheduling and general admin tasks.

This hybrid position is based in Palo Alto with potential other locations. The ideal candidate has 1+ years of admin or recruiting experience in law or professional services, strong MS Office skills and meticulous attention to

Qualifications

• 1+ years of prior administrative or recruiting experience in a law firm or professional services environment, preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Must possess strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Possess a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Superior analytical, attention to detail, planning and organizational skills.
• Highly motivated and creative with ability to make sound business decisions.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event planning
• Assist with heavy data entry
• Process applicants/resumes
• Assist with interview scheduling
• Prepare correspondence
• Provide general administrative support
• Assist with special projects as needed

Skills

Administrative experience

Recruiting experience

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Discretion confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Excel

Workday

viRecruit

Job description

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start‑ups to multibillion‑dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.

We have an opening for a temporary, full‑time Law School Recruiting Assistant starting immediately for a 6-month assignment. This individual will focus on assisting with our brand building initiatives and seasonal hiring efforts. Primary responsibilities include assisting with event planning, heavy data entry, processing applicants/resumes, assisting with interview scheduling, preparing correspondences, and general administrative support. This position will also assist with special projects as needed.

This position is available as a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event planning
• Assist with heavy data entry
• Process applicants/resumes
• Assist with interview scheduling
• Prepare correspondence
• Provide general administrative support
• Assist with special projects as needed

Qualifications

• 1+ years of prior administrative or recruiting experience in a law firm or professional services environment, preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Must possess strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Possess a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Superior analytical, attention to detail, planning and organizational skills.
• Highly motivated and creative with ability to make sound business decisions.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion.
• Proficient with MS Office and applicant tracking systems, preferably Workday and viRecruit.

The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:

Palo Alto, San Francisco: $24.52 - $33.17 per hour.
Century City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle: $22.07 - $29.86 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).