Coordinator, Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting

New York, NY

Summary

The Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting Coordinator works with the Global Manager, Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting, in support of the legal recruiting process for lateral partner and counsel candidates across the firm in our 25 global office locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various aspects of partner and counsel lateral hiring including:
• Act as liaison with search firms, prospective candidates, and Shearman lawyers
• Work with the lawyers, in collaboration with the Global Manager, Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting and the Worldwide Recruiting team, to coordinate partner and counsel outreach
• Prepare interview packets, candidate presentation materials and marketing materials
• Conduct market research as requested by the partners and Global Manager, Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting
• Schedule introductory meetings, interviews and drop-ins
• Meet, greet and educate candidates about the firm as needed
• Help plan offer dinners and other follow-up events
• Maintain legal recruiting database (Workday), assist with data entry and audit reports to ensure accuracy of information
• Act as point of contact for partners and Business Unit Directors (BUDs)
• Work with Global Manager, Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting to provide on-the-ground support for lateral partner and counsel hiring initiatives – including but not limited to contacting candidates, scheduling interviews, processing reimbursements and check requests, etc.
• Participate in other departmental responsibilities and/or firm-wide projects, as is appropriate (e.g. lateral recruiting, recruiting brochures and website updates, diversity & inclusion initiatives, etc.)
• Provide administrative support to Global Manager, Lateral Partner & Counsel Recruiting

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with applicant tracking systems preferred (esp. Workday)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exhibits high level of maturity and excellent judgment
• High energy, works well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to keep calm and focused despite heavy workload or high stress situations
• Exhibits strong business acumen
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and create a pleasant and professional rapport with attorneys, business services colleagues, recruits and other external parties
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of sensitive matters and respond effectively to such situations
• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 2 years of law firm / professional services experience required
• Previous business development experience is a plus