Jr Legal Recruiter

Seeking a Junior Legal Recruiter to support a fast-paced legal hiring team in New York City. This temporary role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with experience in legal recruiting or talent acquisition. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume environment and is comfortable working extended hours to meet hiring deadlines.

Client Details

A prestigious, globally recognized law firm known for its elite corporate, litigation, and regulatory practices. With a history spanning over a century, the firm advises top financial institutions, corporations, and government entities on complex legal matters. Headquartered in New York, it has a strong international presence, offering clients deep industry expertise and a commitment to excellence in legal services.

Description

• Assist in full-cycle recruiting for legal positions, including sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews.
• Manage candidate pipelines and track progress using an applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Communicate with candidates, hiring managers, and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth hiring process.
• Draft and post job descriptions, review resumes, and schedule interviews.
• Support offer negotiations and onboarding processes as needed.
• Maintain compliance with hiring policies and legal regulations.

Profile

• 1+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or a related field (legal recruiting experience preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ATS software.
• Ability to work onsite in NYC four days a week, with one day remote.
• Willingness to work 10-15 hours of overtime per week as needed.

Job Offer

This is a great opportunity for a junior recruiter to gain hands-on experience in legal hiring within a dynamic team environment.

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