Job Details

A well-established California law firm is seeking a Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Coordinator to join its Recruitment & Professional Development team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with legal recruiting experience who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Coordinator will play a key role in attracting top legal talent while supporting attorney development initiatives across the firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruiting:

• Partner with the Director to execute recruiting strategies and maintain candidate records
• Coordinate and schedule interviews for attorney candidates
• Manage due diligence processes, including conflict checks
• Assist with background and reference checks upon offer acceptance
• Support onboarding and integration of new hires
• Maintain recruiting databases, tracking documents, and reporting metrics
• Assist with firmwide recruiting projects and initiatives

Professional Development:

• Support development of attorney training, mentoring, and development programs
• Assist with Inclusion & Equity initiatives, communications, and events
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, and professional development programming
• Provide administrative and project support for firmwide development initiatives

Administrative / Additional Support:

• Maintain candidate profiles and recruiting files
• Collect and distribute interview feedback
• Generate reports on recruiting efforts
• Provide cross-functional administrative support to HR, Operations, and Marketing as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in legal recruitment
• Strong understanding of the California legal market
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Dayforce, LawCruit)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, client-facing presence
• Commitment to inclusion and equity in recruitment practices

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days onsite per week)
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Fast-paced with exposure to firmwide initiatives and leadership

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Programs
• Additional firm-sponsored benefits