Legal Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Title:
Legal Talent Acquisition Contractor/Recruiting Administrator

Location:
Midtown Manhattan, NYC
Payrate: $50/hr
Schedule: Onsite, Monday–Friday,
Duration: 6 weeks with potential to extend but is covering for a Leave of Absence

*** Highly preferred that a candidate has previous recruiting experience within a law firm, otherwise they must have experience in a professional services enivonrnemtn (finance, real estate) with experience in campus recruiting specifically

An international law firm with a focus on Capital Finance and Real Estate law is seeking a Temporary Lawyer Recruiting Administrator to join its dynamic Lawyer Recruiting and Development team. This role will support attorney recruiting efforts, with a focus on entry-level hiring in the New York office and lateral associate recruiting for a national practice group.

• Coordinate all aspects of entry-level lawyer recruitment for the New York office.

• Manage full interview lifecycle: schedule interviews, prepare interview materials and credentials, and ensure candidates are welcomed and informed during their visit.

• Facilitate attorney involvement in the recruitment process and gather feedback from interviewers for review by hiring committees.

• Draft candidate correspondence, including rejection and offer letters.

• Respond to inquiries regarding the application and interview process in a timely and professional manner.

• Assist with planning and execution of recruiting events at target New York law schools.

• Support lateral recruiting efforts for the Capital Finance and Real Estate team, including managing job postings, scheduling, and candidate communication.

• Coordinate with attorneys and search firms regarding lateral hiring activity and ensure timely candidate updates.

• Maintain recruiting systems and tools, including inputting candidate information, managing evaluations, and updating interview schedules (experience with Law Cruit or similar software preferred).

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree strongly preferred.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in attorney recruiting, talent management, or a related role—ideally within a law firm, professional services, or similar client-focused environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).

• Experience with recruiting platforms such as Law Cruit is preferred.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.