Legal Recruiting Assistant - Temporary

OVERVIEW

Responsibilities include working directly with the Recruiting team and Hiring Partners to support and execute the Firm's legal recruiting programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Supports with the full lifecycle of candidates' applications, including processing applications, correspondence, and other logistics for direct applications, law school interview programs, as well as experienced attorney candidates; Maintains calendars of law school interview programs, including recruiting events, program dates and deadlines, as well as law school exam dates; Oversees interview logistics for assigned schools, which includes: Interview packets; Initial applicant selections; Call back meetings; and Post interview applicant correspondence. Compiles recruiting season outcome forms and surveys for various law schools; Identifies and secure associates to interview candidates, participate in outreach events, meet with students during second visits, and connect with prospective candidates; Assists with callback and return visit logistics, including scheduling meetings with associates, escorting applicants to interviews, candidate gifts, expense processing, cross-billing and other related logistics; Maintains law school and candidate e-files; Assist with the preparation of annual hiring goals, post-mortem booklets, and recruiting statistics; Assists with the administration of off-season applicant in-office and virtual interviews; Liaises with the Events team on recruiting events; coordinates logistics with law schools and represent the Firm at various events, using those opportunities to build relationships with candidates and support them through the process; Assists with the tracking and maintenance of departed Paralegal/law students; Assists with various aspects of Summer Associate Onboarding, including; iCIMS related tasks, transcripts, biographies and background checks; Liaising with the Office of General Counsel on various onboarding issues related to immigration, conflicts and splits; CravathNet Annual Summer Associate Site Updates; and Welcome lunches, various onboarding communications and orientation logistics. Assists with logistics for the Summer Associate Weekend; Coordinates Summer Associates’ iManage files; Serves as a summer associate liaison, including conducting exit interviews and attending events, using those opportunities to build relationships with summer associates; Provides ongoing support for project sensitive information; Assists with database testing; Documents processes and procedures; and Performs other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree; 0-3 year(s) of related professional work experience; Ability to work and interact effectively with attorneys and administrative staff at all levels, and to develop a strong knowledge of the Firm, its culture, practices and policies; Ability to handle confidential information with discretion; Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with superior judgment; Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast- paced environment with changing priorities and competing deadlines; Capable of solving problems and proactively meeting deadlines; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and other legal personnel software (including PeopleSoft) and recruiting applications; ability to conduct online research and synthesize information; and Availability to work additional hours, as needed, including during peak recruiting periods. This position is located in our New York office, and the hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in office. The estimated hourly pay range for this position is $30 to $35 plus overtime. The actual salary offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, licensure or certification obtained. Market and Firm factors are also considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP