Legal Recruiting Coordinator

Vedder Price's Chicago office is seeking a Legal Recruiting Coordinator. The Legal Recruiting Coordinator will work closely with the Legal Recruiting Managers on implementing the Firm's attorney recruiting initiatives. This position involves a high level of interaction with the Firm's attorneys, prospective attorney candidates, outside recruiters and law schools. Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple projects while handling competing demands.

As the Legal Recruiting Coordinator your job duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assist with planning, coordinating and executing the annual Summer Associate Program, including coordinating social event logistics
• Coordinate the on-campus interview process including, but not limited to, registering for on-campus interview programs, preparation of interviewer binders and marketing materials, scheduling callback interviews, soliciting interview evaluations, maintaining candidate files and generating reports, and coordinating candidate follow-up activities.
• Coordinate lateral attorney interview schedules, make conference room arrangements, send calendar appointments, prepare schedules and greet candidates. Maintain the recruiting database with candidate data and interview schedules
• Coordinate posting lateral associate positions on Firm websites while recruiting through LinkedIn and other sources
• Maintain relationships with external recruiters and law school career services contacts
• Maintain lateral associate candidate files and recruitment reports. Manage interview evaluation collection and post offer diligence process
• Process expense reimbursement requests for attorney and law student candidates and other department expenses.
• Participate in internal meetings with the Legal Recruiting Team. Actively contribute to attorney recruitment planning and strategy
• Perform special projects as needed
• Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and Firm matters

Skills & Competencies:

• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently within the scope of the position's responsibilities
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, candidates, clients, professional staff and outside contacts
• Excellent organizational, planning and project management skills including record keeping, data collection and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish concise, detailed information in reports, written correspondence, email or verbally
• Exhibit initiative in managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline driven, detail-oriented work environment with the ability to adapt to change in workflow
• Must be willing to work overtime, especially during peak recruitment season (May, June and July) and attend all evening summer associate program events
• When required, ability for limited travel in connection with on-campus recruiting and law school outreach

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
• 2+ years law firm experience in a similar position preferred
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the following software:

• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
• Knowledge of viDesktop and viRecruit a plus
• Familiarity with various social media platforms

Compensation Range: 60,000/yr. to $73,000/yr.

At Vedder Price, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedderprice.com.