RECRUITING COORDINATOR (LAW SCHOOL & ENTRY-LEVEL TALENT)

Location: Charlotte, NC

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Our client, a prestigious Southeastern law firm, is seeking a Recruiting Coordinator to support law school recruiting, on-campus initiatives, and entry-level hiring across the firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented recruiting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about candidate experience, relationship-building, and supporting early-career legal talent.

The position works closely with the Director of Attorney Recruitment and the broader recruiting team to manage full-cycle processes for summer associates and entry-level attorneys. This is a firmwide role with a standard schedule of 37.5 hours per week and no direct reports.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of experience in student or entry-level recruiting, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
• Experience with on-campus recruiting and candidate coordination
• Prior work in an AmLaw 200 firm is a plus
• Familiarity with Flo Recruit or similar applicant tracking systems preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail, strong organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Positive attitude, collaborative mindset, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships and support talent initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Summer Associate Program Management

  • Plan and coordinate all aspects of the summer associate program, including onboarding, events, and professional development programming

  • Oversee summer associate assignments, schedules, and feedback in partnership with the work captain

  • Manage the program budget and collaborate with local offices for implementation

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for summer associates and address day-to-day inquiries

  • Collect and assess feedback from participants and recommend improvements

  Entry-Level Recruitment

  • Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for entry-level associates

  • Oversee budgets related to on-campus and networking events

  • Coordinate OCI logistics, including law school registrations, attorney interview schedules, and candidate selection

  • Arrange callback interviews, including travel and scheduling

  • Assist with drafting offer letters and onboarding documentation

  • Maintain accurate candidate data in the applicant tracking system (Flo Recruit)

  • Build relationships with law schools and recruiting peers

  On-Campus Recruiting

  • Plan and execute on-campus events such as career fairs, mock interviews, and law school programs

  • Organize digital recruiting events using firm-approved platforms

  • Assist with off-campus and firm-hosted events

  • Develop and maintain relationships with law school career services and student groups

  • Post job opportunities on relevant law school platforms

  • Travel during peak recruiting seasons as needed

  • Collaborate on marketing and outreach materials

  General Recruiting Support

  • Partner with HR, Marketing, and Community Engagement teams on onboarding and employee experience initiatives

  • Track and report recruiting metrics and candidate data

  • Monitor recruiting expenditures and assist with budget reporting

Why Join?

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a long-standing, prominent firm’s legal talent pipeline by leading campus outreach, summer programming, and entry-level hiring efforts. The environment is collegial and growth-oriented, with mentorship, professional development, and cross-department collaboration built into the culture. If you enjoy working with aspiring attorneys and managing logistics with precision and care, this position provides an ideal platform to expand your recruiting career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Expected base salary range of $65,000-$85,000, determined by experience and market factors
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and undergraduate school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.