Associate Senior Recruiting Coordinator

Latham & Watkins

. Coordinate all phases of recruiting, including the summer program, entry-level hiring, and campus outreach .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal recruitment, including managing candidate interviews, compliance with legislation, and developing relationships with law schools and organizations. Proficient in budget management and providing mentorship to junior team members while ensuring effective communication and organizational skills.

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Legal Recruitment ExperienceCompliance KnowledgeMicrosoft Office ProficiencyInterpersonal Communication SkillsBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Recruiting CoordinationGPA CalculationInterview ManagementAnalytical SkillsProject Management

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementSupervisory SkillsMentorship

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking SystemsInterview PlatformsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Legal RecruitmentProfessional ServicesCampus OutreachRecruitment StatisticsCareer Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate all phases of recruiting, including the summer program, entry-level hiring, and campus outreach
Specialize in a particular recruiting area in offices where applicable
Manage candidate interviews, correspondence, GPA calculations, and onboarding communication
Develop and maintain relationships with target law schools, career services, student organizations, vendors, and recruitment professionals
Serve as the firm’s liaison and represent the firm at recruiting and external functions
Ensure compliance with federal and state legislation and best practices
Develop and monitor budgets and expenses for outreach and recruiting efforts
Collaborate with team members and committees to identify and implement marketing and promotional strategies
Provide administrative support to the Recruiting Committee by preparing recruitment statistics, reports, and presentations
Oversee coordinators, assistants, and interns
Provide informal feedback and support the professional development of junior team members
Liaise with internal departments and provide mentorship and support to junior team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in legal recruitment or professional services
Minimum of five (5) years of cumulative experience
Well-developed written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills
Advanced organizational and analytical skills
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and supervise others
Ability to use independent judgment for decision-making
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems, interview platforms, and other necessary software
Ability to undertake large projects, develop alternative methods, and implement solutions
Ability to ensure compliance and accuracy
Ability to protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
Generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year and growing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Hybrid and in-office flexible working schedule may be available