Regional Legal Talent Assistant

Cooley LLP

. Enter search firm, direct-apply and on-campus applicants into the applicant tracking database .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and administrative capabilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and iManage. Capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft Office Suite ProficiencyIManage ExperienceAdministrative SupportStrong Verbal and Written CommunicationTime Management Skills

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProfessional DemeanorCollaborative Team-PlayerInitiative and Diplomacy

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Applicant Tracking DatabaseRecruiting Industry ResearchCandidate Travel CoordinationLegal TalentSummer Associate Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Enter search firm, direct-apply and on-campus applicants into the applicant tracking database
Prepare and send response letters to applicants
Pull data and prepare applicant-activity status reports
Conduct recruiting-industry research as requested
Schedule and prepare materials for committee, team and seasonal kick-off meetings
Organize law student and lateral candidate interview packets
Coordinate candidate travel and maintain candidate files in Worksite
Assist with split billing invoice requests for candidate travel
Prepare mass mailings of gifts and informational materials
Assist in planning summer associate events
Provide administrative support including travel coordination, expense reports and correspondence processing
Prepare Summer Associate and First Year Associate orientation templates and materials
Reserve conference rooms and coordinate catering
Print and organize monthly budget reports
Process invoices and prepare check requests
Develop and update administrative forms and maintain files
Assist the broader Legal Talent team with department projects and administrative duties
Handle non-partner search firm agreements and update the applicant tracking database
Support firmwide summer program execution, including the annual Seascape event and Summer Associate training programs
Support law school recruiting, Cooley Direct, Diversity Fellowship recruitment and law school outreach
Maintain Legal Talent pages on CooleyNet and Cooley.com
Maintain and audit department reports and charts
Maintain the Legal Talent Outlook calendar and Central Worksite files
Exercise care to prevent injuries to oneself and co-workers
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Available to work overtime, as required
After orientation at Cooley LLP, proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Prior administrative experience in a professional work environment preferred
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple activities
Ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects and client data
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Professional demeanor and ability to use initiative, diplomacy and tact
Collaborative team-player
Ability to interact with and develop relationships with attorneys, business professionals and candidates

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Health savings account (with applicable medical plan)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Long-term care coverage
Backup care for children and/or adults
Other parental support benefits
Firm-paid life insurance
Firm-paid AD&D
Firm-paid LTD
Firm-paid short term medical benefits
20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year
10 paid holidays each year
Generous parental leave
Fertility benefits
Detailed benefit orientation for new employees
Competitive compensation
Overtime availability/pay as required