What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Recruiting Assistant position at Vedder Price?
Vedder Price is looking for a Legal Recruiting Assistant, based in our New York or Washington, D.C. office. The Legal Recruiting Assistant provides administrative and functional support to the Legal Recruiting team’s attorney hiring efforts across all offices. This position involves a high level of interaction with the Firm’s attorneys, prospective attorney candidates, office services departments in all Vedder offices, outside recruiters and law schools, as well as handling many organizational tasks. Recent college graduates or college graduates with one to two years’ experience are welcome to apply.
As the Legal Recruiting Assistant your job duties will include but not be limited to:
At Vedder Price, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedderprice.com.
As the Legal Recruiting Assistant your job duties will include but not be limited to:
- Maintain relationships with external recruiters and law school career services contacts
- Assist with creating and maintaining candidate files
- Assist with scheduling candidate interviews across all offices, including conference room and videoconference scheduling
- Maintain and update databases tracking open search statuses and other record- keeping tasks
- Assist with administrative tasks
- Participate in event planning in connection with the Summer Associate Program
- Process expense reports and check requests
- Assist on various reports and projects that arise on an as-needed basis Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- High level of detail
- Professional demeanor
- Ability to learn quickly and apply training to practical issues
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least 1 year of related law firm experience preferred
- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of applicant tracking systems, preferably within the legal industry
At Vedder Price, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
- Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
- Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
- Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
- Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedderprice.com.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
