Attorney Recruiting Coordinator

Attorney Recruiting Specialist

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire an Attorney Recruiting Specialist reporting to the Attorney Recruiting Manager. This position will reside in the Philadelphia office and will be responsible for coordinating a wide range of activities supporting the overall planning, management and administration of law student and lateral attorney recruiting and integration.

A hybrid in-office/remote working schedule is available for this position.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of 1L, 2L, and entry-level associate recruiting, delivering a seamless and high-touch candidate experience.
• Partner with the recruiting manager to execute dynamic law student outreach initiatives, including 1L programming, inclusion events, and Law School Alliance activities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with career services professionals and student organization leaders.
• Design and execute impactful recruiting events, receptions, and follow-up strategies that strengthen the firm's brand on campus.
• Manage recruiting systems (e.g., ViRecruit) and develop insightful, data-driven reports to inform strategy.
• Review candidate materials and serve as a primary point of contact throughout the recruiting lifecycle.
• Prepare and submit data for NALP and other industry reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate callback interviews and create a polished, welcoming interview experience.
• Support recruiting committee preparation and contribute to offer strategy and follow-up for rising 2Ls.

• Collaborate with the recruiting manager and practice groups to launch and support lateral hiring searches.
• Identify and engage high-caliber candidates aligned with firm needs.
• Coordinate all aspects of candidate evaluation, including screening, interviews, and scheduling.
• Prepare polished candidate materials and offer documentation.
• Ensure a smooth and positive onboarding experience for lateral hires.

• Help deliver a best-in-class summer program, including orientation, training, and signature events.
• Oversee the assignment process, maintaining a robust pipeline of meaningful work and tracking performance feedback.
• Plan and participate in engaging social programming that fosters connection and firm culture.
• Act as a trusted resource and primary point of contact for summer associates and attorneys.
• Drive consistent communication to ensure an inclusive, rewarding, and memorable summer experience.

• Manage the incoming associate pipeline and track clerkship data.
• Coordinate all aspects of onboarding for the fall associate class.
• Oversee bar exam registration, preparation programs, and related logistics.
• Administer relocation stipends and loan programs.
• Plan and execute a comprehensive and welcoming fall orientation program.

• Occasional travel to law schools and firm offices is expected.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, particularly during peak recruiting seasons (summer and fall).

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related law firm recruiting or campus recruiting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational excellence.
• A client-service mindset with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.
• Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams). Knowledge of ViRecruit is a plus.