Entry-Level Recruiting Specialist

Essential Functions Entry-Level Recruiting & On-Campus Programs

• Manage all aspects of on-campus recruitment: OCI registration, resume screening, interview scheduling, callbacks, offer dinners, job fairs, and campus outreach.
• Build strong relationships with law school career services and coordinate outreach initiatives.
• Organize and participate in Hiring Committee meetings, discussions, and offer decisions.
• Act as liaison between the firm and candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Analyze recruiting trends and implement strategies to source top talent.

• Oversee onboarding, training, social events, assignments, and evaluations for summer associates.
• Maintain consistent communication with summer associates regarding program details, housing, and logistics.
• Ensure the program delivers a high-quality and engaging experience.
• Support Recruiting Committee in offer decisions and feedback processes.

• Coordinate recruitment for judicial clerks, including outreach, scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Maintain relationships with former clerks to build a strong candidate pipeline.
• Organize clerk-focused recruiting events, panels, and networking initiatives.

• Maintain communication with prior summer associates transitioning to full-time roles.
• Coordinate practice group placement with practice group leaders.
• Serve as primary contact for incoming associates on placement, bar admission, relocation, and start dates.
• Partner with onboarding staff to ensure smooth integration.

• Conduct year-end reporting and analyze recruiting data (yields, ROI, summer program outcomes).
• Present recommendations to leadership for improving recruitment strategies.
• Maintain records and refine technology tools to support recruiting goals.

• Conduct competitive market research and maintain industry data.
• Represent the firm at events, conferences, and law school programs.
• Support associate integration and engagement through events and initiatives.
• Respond to firm-related communications outside of standard business hours when necessary.

• Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• Minimum 3 years of law firm recruiting experience.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.

• Professional office setting with occasional remote work possible.
• Requires use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, copier, filing systems).
• Must be able to multi-task and work under deadlines in a dynamic environment.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant's experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location.

Steptoe offers a full range of benefits for you and your eligible dependents. Benefits currently include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K Plan, Profit-Sharing, Paid Time-Off and a robust Wellness Program.

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.