Law School Engagement Coordinator (Global AM LAW 50 Firm)

Law School Engagement Coordinator | AMLAW 50 Global Law Firm | New York Our prestigious and globally awarded AM LAW 50 client is hiring an experienced Law School Engagement Coordinator to sit in their New York City office. The Legal Recruiting Department is seeking a Law School Engagement Coordinator to provide strategic support to the campus recruiting efforts in the New York office. This position will be based in the New York office and will report to our Law Student Engagement Director in our Chicago office but will work closely with the Legal Recruiting Manager in our New York office. This position requires a high level of collaboration with lawyers and the ability to work independently and requires good judgment. The incumbent will be highly organized, possess excellent proofing and communication (oral and written) skills; the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; a very strong attention to detail; a professional demeanor and possess strong interpersonal skills. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and looking for a minimum of 4 years of legal or professional services experience. Ideally looking for someone coming from a background in working at a university, DEI community service, or recruiting/DEI experience at a law firm. High preference for experience working with underrepresented groups, and working with identity-based affinity groups, diverse bar associations, dean of services/university career office, etc. Candidates should have intermediate Excel skills and a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills, detail oriented, strong organization skills.  Must have the ability to communicate effectively, be polished and professional with a positive attitude, team player and open minded. Our client is offering competitive compensation, benefits, and bonus packages.

Send resume to Laura McDermott CTO: [email protected]

Amazing opportunity to join a wonderful, hardworking team at a premiere law firm. Will have the opportunity to bring in new partners and lawyers to the firm. Our client firm offers fantastic professional development opportunities with the opportunity to interact with students during an exciting time in their life while getting them to the next step of their career.

Responsibilities:
  • Provides administrative support for all new and ongoing law student engagement activities and initiatives for the New York office; this could include diversity, equity and inclusion programs and initiatives related to recruiting talent of varied backgrounds.
  • Coordinates the sponsorship requests for law school and student groups, including affinity groups, at various law schools.
  • Plans, coordinates and/or implements law school and student group events and activities such as panels, mentor programs, mock interviews, and receptions.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with law students, lawyers, and external groups to exchange information and to plan events.
  • Assists in coordinating, planning, and executing aspects of the summer associate program (events, training, etc.)
  • Assists with the Built to Succeed Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship application process.
  • Promotes the scholarship program to law schools, student organizations, and other relevant stakeholders through outreach efforts and marketing initiatives.
  • Assists in scheduling interviews and hiring meeting materials, along with follow up efforts.
  • Assists with generating reports and analyzing metrics for various recruiting programs and initiatives.
  • Maintains LawCruit database and NetDocs filing system with accurate and complete records.
  • Distributes firm marketing materials tailored to student audiences.
  • Work collaboratively and across the New York and Firmwide Legal Recruiting team and other departments of the firm.
  • Must be willing to work overtime as requested, especially during the months of May through August
  • Ability to travel, as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates.
Requirements (Required):
  • Bachelor’s Degree from accredited four-year university or college
Requirements (Preferred):
  • A minimum of four years of experience, preferably in law firm or other professional services environment
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.
Supervisory Responsibility: N/A
Work Hours: 9:30 to 5:30 plus OT (non-exempt)

To apply for this job email your details to laura@esquire-recruiting.com