Legal Recruiting Assistant

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett•New York, NY

9d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Recruiting Assistant supports the Legal Recruiting Team in all efforts related to law student recruitment, the summer associate program, and lateral hiring. Primary responsibilities include assisting in interview attorney preparation, securing and coordinating attorney interviews during the recruiting season, and planning and execution of summer program social events. The position will require overtime hours during the summer season.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
1 to 2 years of experience preferred; legal recruiting or equivalent professional related experience preferred
Ability to develop and maintain favorable relationships with attorneys and staff in order to develop successful interview schedules and communicate relevant information related to the interview process
Must have a professional demeanor and possess excellent organizational and administrative abilities
Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing
Familiarity with MS Outlook
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a team atmosphere
Ability to work independently and organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities in a fast paced environment
Client-focused with a personable and outgoing demeanor

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; advanced knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

Assist Hiring Partners, Recruiting Committee partners and other Partners with the preparation, coordination and scheduling of interviews and meetings for lateral positions, law clerks, LL.M and summer associate candidates
Assist in planning and attend recruiting receptions, offer dinners, Partner cocktail parties and summer social events
Create in-person and virtual interview schedules for 1L candidates, 2L candidates and lateral candidates
Prepare interview packets for attorneys participating in on-campus interviews, including background information and supporting materials, and collect feedback from interviewing attorneys
Greet candidates and escort them to interviews in support of all programs
Assist with summer program planning initiatives; research ideas for summer social events and restaurant venues
Plan summer social events, create invitations, prepare invite list, coordinate logistics and work with vendors to ensure all details of events are accurate and shared in a timely manner
Keep records and maintain accurate files of summer events including, but not limited to, correspondence, invoices, expense receipts, RSVP lists and general feedback
Assist in planning internal events and trainings including summer orientation, law school lunches, affinity group receptions and practice group specific events; work with Conferences Services to reserve rooms and coordinate details
Assist in gathering summer associate feedback, evaluations, mid-summer and final reviews from attorneys and preparing review files
Assist in planning, executing and attending 1L outreach events and programs
Remain current on citywide social offerings throughout the year
Maintain inventory of promotional items and marketing materials
Be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
Assist in various department projects as needed
Perform other duties as assigned