Lawyer Recruiting Administrator

Overview

Administers lawyer recruiting, scheduling, and coordination for NY office.

Key Responsibilities

• event coordination
• candidate scheduling
• offer drafting
• lawcruit
• job posting
• applicant review

Tasks

-Researches and recommends recruiting events for target New York law schools and assists in arranging and coordinating recruiting events. -Responds to general inquiries regarding the application process. Follows up with applicants as necessary. Prepares cut letters for interviewees and initial drafts of all offer letters. -Ensures that all firm-wide response times are met as to all candidates at various stages in the recruiting process. Schedules appointments for candidates interviewing in the office and ensures completion of all required paperwork in keeping with best practices. Arranges attorney participation in interview process, and prepares and distributes interview schedules electronically, along with candidate credentials. Ensures that each candidate is appropriately welcomed upon arrival to the office. Explains interview schedule to candidate and answers questions. Meets with candidates to recap interviews and answer questions following full round of interviews. Collects and compiles evaluations of candidates from lawyers for the office Recruiting Committee or the hiring practice group/team. -Supports the Lawyer Recruiting Manager with the lateral associate recruiting efforts for the Capital Finance and Real Estate team, including requisition requests and new hire forms, job and web postings, applicant review and scheduling. Assist with processing and review of online applicants, including sending applicant materials to attorneys for review, and coordinating interviews for candidates, including contacting attorneys to secure their availability for interviews and set up email confirmation letters to candidates and managing LawCruit interview reminders, schedule changes, and evaluation reminders for attorneys on the schedules.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• lawcruit
• high school
• college degree
• 3 years
• client service

What You Bring

-Ensures appropriate lateral candidate and search firm communication at all times, and ensures that candidates are promptly notified of hiring decisions. Assists in determining eligibility of online applications and ensures appropriate responses are provided, when necessary.QUALIFICATIONSEducation: High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred.Experience: Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience required, preferably in a law firm, professional services, or other client relationship-based organization. Knowledge of Microsoft Office required. Knowledge of LawCruit preferredOther Qualifications: Travel may be required. Availability and willingness to work long hours as needed to meet critical deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications. Strong commitment to client service excellence and teamwork. Must possess the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism. Must act as catalyst for change, drive and own results. Creative and innovative. Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening) and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse group of professionals. Sound judgment and flexibility. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Visual acuity needed to process and read extensive written communications. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through oral communication. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to proficiently perform each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above, with or without reasonable accommodation.The expected salary range for New York based employees is $109,400 to $175,200, though salaries for employees based outside of New York may differ. Beyond an employment candidate’s physical location, salary offers may be based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, and/or experience.In addition to providing competitive compensation in the form of salaries and bonuses, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorably to market standards in every region and across the legal industry. EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant/Veteran/Disability.

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About Hunton Andrews Kurth Llp

-The firm specializes in complex transactions, litigation, and regulatory matters across various sectors. -With offices in key global markets, it handles matters ranging from energy, utilities, to government-related work. -Known for its strong presence in the energy sector, including renewable energy, utilities, and infrastructure. -The firm's work includes high-profile regulatory cases, corporate transactions, and major project finance deals. -Hunton Andrews Kurth is particularly recognized for its deep expertise in environmental law and energy policy. -A strong focus on innovation has helped it maintain its competitive edge in the ever-evolving legal landscape.

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Interview Process

-schedule candidate interviews and ensure completion of required paperwork. -arrange attorney participation and distribute electronic interview schedules with candidate credentials. -welcome candidates, explain interview itinerary, and answer their questions. -meet with candidates after full interview round to recap and address any queries. -collect and compile lawyer evaluations for the recruiting committee or practice group. -prepare cut letters for interviewees and draft initial offer letters.