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Role Overview:

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1,100-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research five times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You'll Love It Here If You:

• Embrace learning and continuous improvement

• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence

• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!

• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it's harder or takes longer

• Are passionate about what you do

How You'll Help Our Team Succeed:

• Calendar management, including schedules and facilitates (high volume) interviews in-person and virtually.

• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with candidates, hiring contacts, and staff.

• Support on-campus and virtual events, marketing campaigns, and cultivation efforts.

• Manage the administration of the applicant tracking system and oversees applicant tracking/applicant flow processes.

• Maintain and enhances various recruiting reports.

• Contribute to off-season projects and other ad hoc responsibilities.

• Multi-task effectively, working quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.

• Prepare all candidate correspondence, including interview confirmation details, interview follow-up and reimbursements, and offer letters as needed.

• Coordinate travel and hotel arrangements for candidates and make arrangements for pre-interview dinners and lunches.

• Assist with scheduling on-campus events and maintaining positive relationships with campus career centers.

• Prepare materials/presentations for on-campus interviews, career fairs, and conferences; maintains event collateral.

• Process candidate applications and maintain materials via applicant tracking system and school career websites.

• Coordinate new employee communication related to orientation, start dates, in-office orientation schedules, and on-board new hires in partnership with other members of the Talent team.

• Assist with in-office talent related duties - training, office retreats, performance management, and other ad hoc tasks as necessary.

• Assist with managing and coordinating early career initiatives.

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

• 2+ years of directly related experience, preferably in a professional services firm

• Recruiting experience with applicant tracking systems a plus

• Proactive contributor, eager to learn, organized and process driven

• Flexible and adaptable

• Strong communications skills and attention to detail

• Desire to work with a collaborative team and own their work

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

• The ability to commute to our office in New York to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience

At Cornerstone Research, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package that recognizes the high-caliber expertise you bring to our global team while supporting your long-term professional and personal growth.

Compensation

• Base Salary Range in NY: $55,200 - $69,300

  • Individual base compensation will be tailored to your primary work location and the unique depth of experience you bring to the firm.

• Annual Performance Bonus: This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus with a target of 5%.

  • This serves as a meaningful way for us to celebrate excellence, awarded based on both individual impact and our collective success as a firm.

A Holistic Investment in You

We view compensation as more than just a paycheck; it is an investment in your well-being and future. Our industry-leading benefits are designed to offer peace of mind and flexibility, featuring:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare options, a monthly wellness subsidy, and complimentary access to premium wellness apps.

• Financial Security: Robust retirement savings plans to secure your long-term financial goals.

• Work-Life Blend: A hybrid work model that balances collaborative in-office time with telecommuting flexibility, alongside generous paid time off to recharge.

• Family & Personal Support: Specialized support including fertility treatments, parental leave, back-up childcare, eldercare services, concierge assistance for personal errands, and pet care.

• Growth & Culture: A firm-wide commitment to mentorship, continuous learning, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role. We look forward to learning more about how your unique perspective can strengthen our team.

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Who We Are:

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

We're looking for passionate individuals who share our firm's core values and can bring varied perspectives and experiences to our team. The firm's uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting, enriching aspects of a Cornerstone Research career.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.