Blackstone Recruitment & Internship Operations Manager

Alliance Defending Freedom • Lansdowne, VA

6h

About The Position

Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you. Locations: Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TX Team Overview As the Recruitment Operations Manager, you are a vital part of the Strategic Relations & Training Team. In this role, you will report to the Vice President of Legal Professional Affairs and manage logistical details related to recruitment and internships for the Blackstone Legal Fellowship and the Law School Prep Academy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Real Estate and rental contracts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels internally and externally in the broader legal community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end execution of Blackstone recruitment events, coordinating approximately 194 in-person, virtual, and hybrid events within a concentrated two-month recruitment cycle across law schools and undergraduate campuses nationwide.
• Direct all recruitment event logistics, including venue selection, contract negotiation, catering, vendor management, institutional compliance, and real-time issue resolution to ensure consistent quality and brand representation.
• Manage and approve all recruitment-related contracts and expenditures, ensuring fiscal discipline within the approved budget, accurate financial tracking, and timely payments and reconciliations.
• Serve as the operational lead for the Blackstone Legal Fellowship Phase II Internship Housing Program, overseeing housing logistics for ADF-funded interns from budget development through program close-out.
• Review, negotiate, and approve housing contracts, including leases and short-term rentals, ensuring legal compliance, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with organizational policies and intern needs.
• Supervise and develop the Recruitment Operations Specialist, providing clear direction, prioritization, and quality control during high-volume recruitment and placement periods.
• Maintain operational excellence under compressed timelines by balancing simultaneous event execution, housing logistics, and staff management while upholding Blackstone’s standards of professionalism, stewardship, and hospitality.

Benefits

• At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth.
• While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms.
• Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees