Partner Recruiting Coordinator

Build your big career with the Firm that does

Big Law better . McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by

The American Lawyer ,

Working Mother Magazine ,

Vault

and the Human Rights Campaign.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:
A Firm where everyone belongs:

Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives:

We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best:

Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance.
Real rewards for real work:

We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.

The Partner Recruiting Coordinator supports the lateral partner recruiting process. This position coordinates the recruiting process for the candidates and works with the partner recruiting team and search firms to ensure an exceptional and seamless experience. The Partner Recruiting Coordinator works under general supervision and relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
As a Partner Recruiting Coordinator you will:
Organize, facilitate, and schedule lateral partner interviews and internal and external outreach
Update and maintain partner candidate records and schedules within various applicant tracking systems
Assist the Partner Recruiting Team with candidate due diligence, compiling feedback, and internal communications to ensure an exceptional candidate experience
Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients including attorneys, staff, outside agencies, and other recruiters
Job Specifications:
Bachelor’s degree
At least two (2) years of related experience in a professional services or legal environment
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
As part of our ongoing commitment to be

#AlwaysBetter

for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

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