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Vaco Recruiter Services

Temporary Lawyer Recruiting Administrator

Vaco Recruiter Services, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Job Title: Legal Talent Acquisition Contractor/Recruiting Administrator

Location: Midtown Manhattan, NYC Payrate: $50/hr

Schedule: Onsite, Monday–Friday, Duration: 6 weeks with potential to extend but is covering for a Leave of Absence

Highly preferred that a candidate has previous recruiting experience within a law firm, otherwise they must have experience in a professional services enivonrnemtn (finance, real estate) with experience in campus recruiting specifically

About the Firm: An international law firm with a focus on

Capital Finance and Real Estate law is seeking a Temporary Lawyer Recruiting Administrator to join its dynamic Lawyer Recruiting and Development team. This role will support attorney recruiting efforts, with a focus on entry-level hiring in the New York office and lateral associate recruiting for a national practice group.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate all aspects of entry-level lawyer recruitment for the New York office.

Manage full interview lifecycle: schedule interviews, prepare interview materials and credentials, and ensure candidates are welcomed and informed during their visit.

Facilitate attorney involvement in the recruitment process and gather feedback from interviewers for review by hiring committees.

Draft candidate correspondence, including rejection and offer letters.

Respond to inquiries regarding the application and interview process in a timely and professional manner.

Assist with planning and execution of recruiting events at target New York law schools.

Support lateral recruiting efforts for the Capital Finance and Real Estate team, including managing job postings, scheduling, and candidate communication.

Coordinate with attorneys and search firms regarding lateral hiring activity and ensure timely candidate updates.

Maintain recruiting systems and tools, including inputting candidate information, managing evaluations, and updating interview schedules (experience with LawCruit or similar software preferred).

Required Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree strongly preferred.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in attorney recruiting, talent management, or a related role—ideally within a law firm, professional services, or similar client-focused environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).

Experience with recruiting platforms such as LawCruit is preferred.

Key Competencies:

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

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