Legal Recruiting Specialist

Sidley is seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Legal Recruiting Specialist to join their collaborative team in New York. This role will support the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager in all aspects of law student recruiting, including the planning and execution of the full-cycle 1L, 2L and 3L hiring processes for the New York office. The Specialist will also provide support to the law school engagement initiatives and Summer Associate Program for the New York office.

Provide support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager.
• Partner with the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager to plan and coordinate all aspects of 1L, 2L and 3L recruiting for the New York office.
• Manage summer associate and entry level job postings, assist in reviewing resumes and overseeing the callback interview process for law school and entry level candidates.
• Assist with the preparation for and follow-up from Recruiting Committee meetings.
• Oversee follow up efforts for candidates who have received offers.
• Serve as a liaison to the New York Recruiting Committee.
• Maintain accurate and complete records within the LawCruit database.
• Assist with NALP surveys.
• Maintain familiarity with hiring processes and law school recruitment timelines.
• Serve as a firm ambassador.
• Provide support for 1L receptions and programs and law school sponsorship opportunities.
• Oversee and execute the administrative onboarding process for Fall Associates.
• Provide support to the summer program.
• Must be willing to work overtime as requested.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, professionalism and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Four years of legal recruiting experience
• Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and be proactive
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred:

• Law firm or professional services experience

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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