Job Description

Coordinator, Talent Acquisition & Development

Location: Hybrid – New York, NY
Compensation: $70,000 – $88,000 base salary
Additional Compensation: Full benefits package + annual bonus
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. — no visa sponsorship now or in the future

The Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for a premier law firm seeking a Coordinator, Talent Acquisition & Development to support attorney recruiting and professional development initiatives.

This role is highly operational, detail-driven, and people-facing. It plays a meaningful part in shaping the firm's attorney pipeline and development experience, with a strong focus on campus recruiting, summer associate programs, and ongoing attorney development efforts Success in this role requires organization, discretion, follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a professional services environment.

Candidates must bring stable work history and experience in a law firm or comparable professional services setting to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Coordinate campus recruiting efforts, including interview scheduling, candidate communications, hiring committee preparation, and prospect outreach

• Support summer associate programs, including work assignment coordination, training sessions, and firm-sponsored events

• Assist with new attorney onboarding, orientation planning, and early integration activities

• Track and monitor the local recruiting budget, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting

• Partner closely with members of the Global Talent Acquisition team to execute firmwide recruiting initiatives

Talent Development

• Coordinate local associate relations events and in-house training programs

• Support implementation of firmwide professional development initiatives, including coaching programs and training academies

• Monitor and track associate relations and development budgets

• Collaborate with the Global Talent Development team to ensure alignment with broader firm objectives

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide support for recruiting and firm events, including work outside standard business hours as needed

• Travel as required to support recruiting programs and initiatives

• Assist with additional projects and talent-related initiatives as assigned

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

These qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not meet all requirements will not be considered for interview.

• Bachelor's degree required

• 2+ years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment

• Demonstrated experience with campus recruiting (required)

• Stable employment history with evidence of reliability and professional continuity

• Strong command of English grammar, spelling, and written communication

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and discretion

Preferred Qualifications (Strong Differentiators)

Candidates with the following experience will be viewed as standout applicants:

• Experience in human resources, attorney recruiting, talent development, or law school career services

• Prior involvement coordinating training programs, events, or large-scale initiatives

• Working knowledge of legal recruiting and attorney development practices

• Strong organizational instincts with a proactive, service-oriented mindset

Who This Role Is Best Suited For

• Professionals who enjoy coordinating people, programs, and processes

• Candidates who value structure, accountability, and collaboration

• Individuals seeking long-term growth within a sophisticated professional services environment

• Detail-oriented professionals who take pride in executing programs smoothly and professionally

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.

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