Posted on September 29, 2022

Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Legal Recruitment Assistant open to any of our office locations. The Legal Recruitment Assistant is responsible for helping to oversee all aspects of attorney recruiting, both at the lateral attorney and entry-level associate levels across the US offices of the firm. The Legal Recruitment Assistant will report to the Legal Recruitment Manager.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interview schedules and logistics for all levels of attorney and summer associate candidates
• Facilitate conflicts and background checks for all candidates
• Maintain and update candidate information in applicant tracking database, LawCruit
• Assist in coordination of the summer associate program, including assignment tracking and the planning of social events and training programs
• Attend recruiting events and assist with US recruiting initiatives as necessary
• Support the wider recruitment department as needed and other related duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree required
• At least 1 year of legal recruiting or similar experience in a professional services environment is preferred
• Excellent written communication skills and an ability to produce written work product that is stylistically appropriate
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate practical ideas and solutions
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing workloads and prioritize work appropriately
• Resilient and exhibit flexibility in dealing with changing situations and competing demands
• Trustworthy and abides by the highest ethical standards
• Demonstrates sound judgment and works effectively under pressure
• Embraces teamwork and contributes to a supportive and inclusive work environment
• Flexibility to work overtime on occasion to meet department needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
• Experience with LawCruit or other applicant tracking system is a plus
• Is enthusiastic and has a genuine interest in learning about the Legal Recruiting field

Dentons offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. We are an Affirmative Action Employer. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.