Lateral Recruiting Assistant

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer•New York, NY

5d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Freshfields US LLP is a major international law firm providing business law advice of the highest quality. The U.S. Legal Recruiting team leads the firm’s efforts to attract and hire top-tier law students and lateral attorneys. We are seeking a Lateral Recruiting Assistant to play a key role in supporting our lateral hiring strategy across U.S. offices (New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco). In this role, you will be aligned with a core practice area—either Dispute Resolution or Corporate—enabling you to build strong relationships with stakeholders and contribute meaningfully to a more connected, practice-focused recruiting model. You will report to the Senior Manager of Legal Recruiting and collaborate closely with partners, practice group leaders, and search firms. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-impact team at a pivotal moment, with opportunities to take ownership, build expertise, and contribute to an elevated recruiting experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Ability to work independently and be proactive
Ability to work under pressure and exhibit a professional demeanor
Ability to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Ability to be a team player and exercise good judgment
Strong computer skills and preferably familiarity with Microsoft Office, LawCruit, and Workday
Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be willing to work outside of standard business hours as needed to support priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

Coordinate and track lateral associate, counsel, and partner candidates across all U.S. offices
Serve as a point of contact for candidates, ensuring a seamless and professional interview experience (in-person and virtual)
Maintain recruiting databases, trackers, and candidate records with precision and attention to detail
Support interview scheduling and logistics, including managing calendars and arranging conference rooms and catering
Assist with communications to search firms and internal stakeholders, including practice group leaders, under guidance from senior team members
Monitor and manage the recruiting inbox, ensuring timely and organized responses
Provide day-to-day support to the U.S. Legal Recruiting team
Contribute to law student recruiting efforts during peak seasons
Assist with onboarding and orientation for fall associates and laterals
Support office tours and candidate experiences across recruiting programs
Partner collaboratively with colleagues across recruiting, HR, and other business services teams
Take on special projects and initiatives as the team continues to evolve and enhance its recruiting approach