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Coordinator

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on us for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world’s key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions.
Job title
Coordinator, Legal Recruiting
Location
Northern California
Department
Legal Recruiting
Reports to

Manager, Legal Recruiting – Northern California

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (overtime as required).

Position Summary

The Legal Recruiting Coordinator will support the Manger, Legal Recruiting with aspects of attorney recruiting and hiring and onboarding, including on-campus/law student recruitment and the summer associate program.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Liaise with law schools on aspects of student recruitment, including registration for on-campus interviews and job fairs
  • Coordinate recruitment events, and also attend and track specific recruitment events
  • Schedule applicants for callback interviews, and track school-specific offers
  • Assist in planning the summer associate program, including planning and attending specific summer events
  • Prepare and track summer associate evaluations
  • Prepare law school surveys and feedback forms
  • Assist with law school presentations and programs
  • Greet applicants upon arrival, provide office tours and escort applicants to interviews
  • Additional projects as assigned by the department Chief and Managers
  • Attend NALP and BALRA sponsored programs
  • Assist with local office Affinity group events and collaborate with the firm’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion department 
Qualifications / Position Requirements
  • Self-motivated, proactive, positive, team player
  • Punctual, reliable, and flexible to work long hours as needed
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact collaboratively and effectively with attorneys and staff
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills, and a meticulous attention to detail including the ability to proofread for typographical, spelling, grammatical, and formatting errors
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a time-sensitive environment while maintaining the highest standards of work quality
  • Good judgment and professional maturity including the ability to manage confidential information with the utmost discretion
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other applications as needed
  • Travel for recruiting events as needed
  • Experience with viDesktop is a plus
Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 2 – 4 years’ recruiting experience in a law firm environment, or equivalent education and work experience preferred
Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75,000 - $85,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.