Lateral Partner Recruitment Coordinator

Perkins Coie•Seattle, WA

2d•$66,150 - $106,480•Hybrid

About The Position

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a Lateral Partner Recruitment Coordinator to provide operational and administrative support for recruiting lateral partners and senior counsel. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Lateral Growth, the coordinator works closely with firm leadership, attorneys, recruiting colleagues, candidates, search firms, and internal stakeholders to manage recruiting activities and provide a professional candidate experience. The role supports interview scheduling, candidate recordkeeping, approvals, and efficient, accurate recruiting processes. The position is suited to an organized, proactive professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and support senior stakeholders. It requires strong communication skills, judgment, discretion, and a commitment to service. The role requires availability during regularly scheduled working hours and overtime as needed. It is not eligible for immigration sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. The role may be filled in New York or Washington state. Applications will be accepted through November 13, 2026. Annual compensation ranges are $72,770–$106,480 in New York and $66,150–$96,800 in Washington state. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

Requirements

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, candidates, firm leadership, and staff at all levels.
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, including proofreading for spelling, grammar, formatting, and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, competing demands, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Proactive, self-motivated, positive, and service-oriented approach.
Excellent interpersonal skills, reliability, punctuality, and flexibility.
Sound judgment, professional maturity, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and other business applications as needed.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or directly related experience.
At least two years of experience in recruiting coordination, professional services, legal administration, human resources, executive support, or a related fast-paced environment.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Prior law firm or legal recruiting experience.
Experience supporting senior executives, attorneys, partners, committees, or practice group leadership.
Experience coordinating complex calendars, interviews, or programs across multiple office locations and time zones.
Familiarity with viRecruit or similar recruiting tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support throughout lateral partner and senior counsel recruiting.
Coordinate complex interview schedules across offices and time zones, resolve scheduling conflicts, prepare candidate materials and meeting reminders, and communicate changes promptly.
Enter, review, and maintain accurate candidate records, including submissions, interviews, status changes, key dates, outstanding items, and next steps.
Prepare meeting agendas and supporting materials; participate in calls; take accurate notes; distribute meeting summaries; and track action items through completion.
Collect and track interviewer feedback, follow up with stakeholders, and prepare initial drafts of business cases, diligence checklists, and supporting documentation for management review and approval.
Communicate professionally with candidates and search firms, collect required information and documentation, provide timely process updates, and appropriately escalate sensitive matters.
Maintain organized candidate documentation and electronic files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, confidentiality, and adherence to filing and version-control practices.
Collaborate with Legal Practice Assistants, Growth & Analytics, Professional Standards, Conflicts, Benefits, Finance, Human Resources, the Library, and third-party screening providers to support candidate progression.
Assist with recruiting reports, special projects, and process-improvement initiatives.
Follow established procedures, manage competing priorities and deadlines, communicate potential delays proactively, and track assignments through completion.
Maintain availability during regularly scheduled working hours and work overtime as needed.