Summary

The Legal Recruiting Specialist will join a supportive and collaborative Legal Recruiting team in Sidley's New York office. The specialist will be responsible for supporting the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager with a primary focus on the summer associate program. They will focus on the planning and execution of the New York summer associate program. They will also provide support to the firm's 1L, 2L and 3L recruiting efforts, including law school engagement initiatives for the New York office.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide general support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager
Coordinate and plan all aspects of the summer associate program (calendar, budget, events, trainings, mentor assignments, assignments, reviews etc.)
Maintain accurate files related to the summer associate program
Oversee all aspects of summer associate onboarding
Plan summer associate orientation
Attend summer associate programs and events as required
Monitor summer associate work assignment board
Schedule and coordinate the mid- and end-of-summer review process
Serve as a firm ambassador
Maintain LawCruit database with accurate and complete records
Provide support to the 1L and 2L hiring process
Provide support for 1L events and sponsorship opportunities
Assist with Fall Associate onboarding and orientation as necessary
Must be willing to work overtime as requested, particularly in the months of May through August
Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm
Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$91,000 - $112,000 if located in New York

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Four years of legal recruiting experience
Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and be proactive
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred:

Law firm or professional services experience

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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