McDermott Will & Schulte

Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Law Students

McDermott Will & Schulte  •  Miami, FL (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.

At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.

With us, you’ll find:

  • A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!

  • Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.

  • Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.

  • Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Law Students executes upon the law school student recruiting process and summer associate programs for one or more assigned offices. Under the direction of the Talent Acquisition Manager or Supervisor, Law Students, this position coordinates with team leadership, hiring partners, and recruiting committee members to implement recruiting strategies, administer recruiting process and summer program logistics, and hire top-level talent.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Directlyassistin the1L and 2L law student recruiting process forassigned office(s), including coordinating with the law schools,resume review,on campus interviewlogistics, creating interview schedules, gathering interviewer feedback, andfacilitatingthe callback interview and offer process

  • Coordinate the law student recruitinglogisticsthrough on-campus recruiting registration, creating interview schedules, gathering interviewer feedback,facilitatingthe callback interview process, and communication with candidates

  • Assistssenior team membersby networking and partnering with law school career services to reach law students

  • Coordinate Firm participation and sponsorship oflaw studentoutreach activities throughout the calendar year, including preparation, coordination, and event management tasks; may also attend events as needed

  • Manage online application system to include entering candidate applications and pipeline notes, processing applications, uploading documents, and sending status update communicationsto ensure data integrity for all applicants

  • Assistwithplanningthe full 10-weekSummerAssociate program for assigned office(s),includingliaisingwithvendors,booking conference rooms, orderingcatering, sending out event meetingrequestsand preparing meeting materials and documents

  • Administer the day-to-daylogisticsof the Summer Program includingthe work assignmentand evaluation processes, coordinating trainings, planning/attending events, and other duties related to the Summer Program

  • Interface effectively with candidates, provides candidate correspondenceand updates, andsubmitsbackground checks requestsand processes conflicts

  • Process payments, invoices, and reimbursements related to law student recruiting efforts, the Summer Program, and First Year Associate onboarding

  • Compileon-campus recruiting data and survey results

  • Contribute to firm-wide recruiting initiatives byassistingon special projectsas assigned

  • Keep apprised of market trends, NALP rules, and individual school recruiting policies

Job Specifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • Minimum of two (2) years of law firm recruiting experience focused on Summer Associate Programs and law school recruitment activities, or 3 to 4 years of recruitingexperiencewith a professional services organization

  • Experience withapplicant tracking systems,viRecruitpreferred

  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Exceptional organizational skillsand attention to detail

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and ability to prioritize responsibilities

  • Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment, and handle andmaintainconfidential information

  • Ability to travel and work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours,particularly MayAugust

  • Ability to work in the office4 days per week throughout the 10-week Summer Program (typically May – July)

Candidates who do not fully meet the qualifications for the Coordinator position may still apply, but may be considered for an Assistant-level position based on experience and qualifications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear

  • Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

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About McDermott Will & Schulte

McDermott Will & Emery is now McDermott Will & Schulte.

Leading organizations turn to global law firm McDermott Will & Schulte for a better way to address legal challenges, connect with those at the forefront, and drive stronger outcomes. Working across more than 20 offices globally, our 1,750+ lawyers act on data-driven insights, deep relationships, and unmatched industry experience to deliver on our commitment of Always Better.

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Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
20+ Locations, Worldwide
Year Founded
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Website
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