Attorney Recruiting Coordinator

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

. Coordinate attorney recruiting efforts across offices for law clerk, judicial clerk, undergraduate, and lateral attorney candidates .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJunior💰 $54,000 - $57,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in attorney recruiting, including candidate communications, event coordination, and onboarding processes. Proficient in managing recruiting metrics and utilizing applicant tracking systems to enhance recruitment efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Attorney Recruiting ExperienceProject Management SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal And Written Communication SkillsProficiency With Microsoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

RecruitingOnboardingEvent CoordinationCandidate EvaluationRecruiting Metrics TrackingProject CoordinationReport PreparationData Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAttention To DetailProblem-Solving SkillsCustomer Service OrientationJudgment And Confidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking SystemsRecruiting DatabasesMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Law Firm ExperienceProfessional Services ExperienceRecruiting EventsCareer FairsMentoring Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate attorney recruiting efforts across offices for law clerk, judicial clerk, undergraduate, and lateral attorney candidates
Manage candidate communications and serve as a point of contact throughout the recruiting process
Schedule screening interviews, callback interviews, candidate meetings, and office visits
Prepare interview schedules, candidate materials, evaluations, and offer-related documentation
Coordinate law school recruiting programs, career fairs, interview programs, networking events, and student outreach initiatives
Manage recruiting event logistics, sponsorships, registrations, and recruiting materials
Track recruiting timelines, application deadlines, and hiring activity
Coordinate onboarding activities for newly hired associates, counsel, and lateral attorneys
Plan and execute orientation programs, welcome initiatives, and integration activities
Support mentor and integration programs
Assist with planning and execution of the Summer Associate Program and Summer Patent Internship Program
Coordinate orientation, training programs, social events, evaluations, work assignment tracking, and program communications
Support attorney engagement, integration, retention, professional development, mentoring, and networking initiatives
Maintain recruiting databases, applicant tracking systems, and recruiting records
Track and report recruiting metrics, hiring activity, event participation, and related analytics
Assist with recruiting budgets, expense management, and vendor coordination
Support continuous improvement and strategic recruiting initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
1-3 years of professional experience in attorney recruiting, recruiting, human resources, or a related field
Prior law firm or professional services experience preferred
Experience coordinating multiple projects, events, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting recruiting, hiring, onboarding, or employee engagement initiatives preferred
Exceptional organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships with attorneys, candidates, law students, firm leadership, and administrative professionals
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Demonstrated customer service orientation and commitment to delivering a positive candidate and attorney experience
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate needs and proactively address issues
Regular travel to Austin/Houston as needed
Occasional evening and overnight travel required in connection with recruiting events, law school programs, and firm initiatives
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
Experience with applicant tracking systems, recruiting databases, or human resources information systems preferred
Ability to prepare reports, presentations, and recruiting metrics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Travel connected with recruiting events, law school programs, and firm initiatives