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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · 2 weeks ago

Coordinator, Legal Recruiting

Washington, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

2+ years exp

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm known for its exceptional legal services. The Legal Recruiting Coordinator will support the Manager of Legal Recruiting and Professional Development in managing the Summer Associate Program and various recruiting efforts, ensuring a high-quality experience for candidates.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in managing the summer associate program including tracking, calendaring and monitoring summer events; preparing orientation schedule; work with summer coordinators re summer assignments, prepare summer associate mid and end of summer reviews; prepare and summarize summer survey

Liaise with law schools on aspects of student recruitment, including registration for on-campus interviews and job fairs

Coordinate and attend recruitment events including 1L and 2L law school panels, receptions and sponsorships

Coordinate all aspects of the law student and associate interview process, including scheduling interviews, managing calendar logistics, working with search firms and tracking candidate progress and school-specific offer data

Assist and provide support for local hiring initiatives and communication initiatives, including preparation of DC specific recruiting materials

Respond to inquiries, correspondence, and follow-up with candidates, summer associates, attorneys, and external contacts

Greet applicants upon arrival, provide office tours, and escort candidates to interviews as needed

Update and maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate information in the recruitment database

Manage and process recruiting expenses and budget

Attend NALP- and WALRAA-sponsored programs

Provide general administrative support and assist with additional projects as assigned by the Manager, Legal Recruiting and Professional Development

Qualification

Legal recruiting experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyOrganizational skillsInterpersonal communicationJudgmentProactivityAttention to detailTeam playerConfidentialityFlexibility

Required

Self-motivated, proactive, and a positive team player with strong professionalism

Punctual, reliable, and flexible, with the ability to work overtime as needed

Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, candidates, and staff at all levels

Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment while maintaining high work quality

Good judgment and professional maturity, including the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other applications as needed

Bachelor's degree required

Preferred

Experience with viDesktop is a plus

2 – 4 years of legal recruiting experience or 3 – 5 years of general recruiting experience at a large organization preferred

Benefits

Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Company

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board.

Founded in 1849

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.davispolk.com

H1B Sponsorship

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