The Lateral Recruiting Coordinator sources, interviews, and refers applicants for lateral associate and counsel positions within Dechert’s U.S. offices. Although the position focuses on recruitment for specific practice groups, the ideal candidate will also deal with other positions, such as Tax LLMs. Seasonal assistance with OCI and summer programs will be expected, as needed.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist Senior Lateral Recruiting Manager with all aspects of the lateral hiring process and special projects
• Work with practice group leaders to identify staffing needs, devise search strategies, and draft advertisements
• Source candidates, solicit practice group interest, extend invitations to interview and maintain regular status reports
• Coordinate interview schedules, collect interview feedback and act as liaison to lateral candidates throughout the interview process
• Facilitate decision-making process and follow-up, including offer letters and onboarding documents
• Record all resume submissions in applicant tracking system and ensure that file retention policy is adhered to; screen unsolicited resumes and respond to applicants
• Establish and maintain relationships with legal search firms and keep up to date on legal hiring market trends
• Assist with development of lateral recruiting marketing materials
• Assist with lateral integration and diversity initiatives
• Prepare drafts of fee agreements for approval and maintain accurate record of expiration dates
• Collaborate with HR and Conflicts teams to conduct formal due diligence for lateral hires, including internal screening procedures
• Coordinate with office management to prepare for new associate arrivals and orientation
• Organize payment of placement fees and reimbursement of all expenses related to lateral hiring

QUALIFICATIONS / KSAs

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2+ years of prior experience in legal recruiting or related field. Candidates with at least 2 years of experience in BigLaw in any capacity and an interest in recruiting will also be considered.
• Must be able to effectively function in a fast paced service environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate own work
• Ability to communicate professionally and diplomatically with professionals at all organizational levels of the firm
• Display a positive, high-energy attitude
• Systems required: ViRecruit, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to function in a collaborative organization and be a team player on a fast-paced and energetic recruiting team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Additional Job Description

At the time of this posting, the salary range for this position in New York is $56,000 to $70,000 annually. Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience and location of the position.

Location(s)

New York, Philadelphia

Time Type

Full time

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