A leading national employee-side employment law firm is seeking a temporary Recruitment & Professional Development Assistant to provide administrative support across recruiting, talent development, and professional growth initiatives. This role works closely with internal stakeholders to coordinate hiring activities, support attorney and staff development programs, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the People team. Based in New York, the position is hybrid and offers the opportunity to take initiative, contribute to key talent-management functions, and gain exposure to law firm recruiting and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Recruitment and Professional Development teams.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews, meetings, training sessions, and recruiting events.
- Prepare correspondence and communicate effectively with candidates, attorneys, and internal stakeholders.
- Respond to inquiries and maintain accurate records, reports, and recruiting data.
- Conduct market research and utilize systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and applicant-tracking platforms to support team initiatives.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree required, with an interest in legal recruiting, talent development, or human resources.
- Prior experience supporting law firm recruiting processes; experience with viRecruit is preferred.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and proactive team player with a strong sense of ownership and initiative.
Compensation: $25-32/hr
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.
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