Coordinator, Talent Acquisition & Development

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Coordinator, Talent Acquisition & Development to join our esteemed Am Law 100 client's Washington, D.C. office. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both attorney recruiting and professional development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in campus recruiting, particularly within law firms or Big 4 environments, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.
 

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition:

• Coordinate campus recruiting events, including OCI, summer associate training programs, and social activities.
• Schedule interviews, manage candidate follow-ups, prepare hiring committee materials, and oversee onboarding for summer associates.
• Collaborate with lateral and staff recruiting teams to support the onboarding of new talent.
• Partner with global Talent Acquisition teams on firmwide initiatives and programs.

Talent Development:

• Coordinate local Talent Development Committee meetings, events, and attorney training programs.
• Implement firmwide directives, including coaching programs and training academies, in collaboration with global Talent Development teams.
• Support local performance management processes, including performance approvals, reporting, and meetings.

Talent Management:

• Assist with the onboarding and integration of all new attorney hires.
• Generate reports and provide recommendations for process improvements based on data analysis.
• Attend and support firm events, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Travel as required for programs and initiatives.
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in human resources, law school career services, attorney recruiting, or professional development (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional services or legal environment (required).
• Advanced proficiency in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Strong skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience coordinating training programs and events.
• Basic understanding of legal recruiting, attorney development practices, and professional development philosophies.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in campus recruiting and interfacing with law schools at law firms or handling campus recruiting at Big 4 firms.
• Ability to travel to law schools for On-Campus Interviewing.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Note: This position requires regular onsite presence and travel for recruitment events.