Assistant, Legal Recruiting (Lateral Associate Recruitment)
At a glance
Junior Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Goodwinprocter. New York · full-time · $55,000–$65,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Update LawCruit with lateral candidates’ details, interview schedules, assessments and recruiting reports
- Handle lateral hiring logistics, including interview bookings, candidate messages, file organization and expense claims
- Build interview schedules, greet candidates, collect interviewer feedback and summarize evaluations
- Assist with conflict reviews, background screening and attorney onboarding alongside HR and other teams
- Keep recruiting documents and supplies in order, and support other team projects as needed
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree and one to two years in a related role, preferably at a law firm or in law school career services
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using databases; LawCruit experience is preferred
- Careful organization, strong communication and discretion when juggling deadlines and sensitive records
Who this fits
This junior position suits someone who can handle recruiting coordination both independently and as part of a team. Occasional extended hours and travel are part of the role.
From the employer
Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.
Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.
The Legal Recruiting (LR) Assistant provides key administrative and logistical support to the Legal Recruiting team. This role contributes to the firm’s efforts to attract, recruit, and hire exceptional law students and experienced attorneys in alignment with the firm’s strategic talent goals.
What You’ll Do:
Maintain and update the recruiting database (LawCruit), including candidate records, interview schedules, evaluations, and reporting for lateral associate hiring.
Coordinate all aspects of the lateral recruiting process, including scheduling, candidate communications, file management, and expense processing.
Communicate with search firms, candidates, and internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
Prepare and distribute interview schedules, greet candidates, collect feedback, and compile evaluation summaries.
Support conflicts, background check and onboarding processes.
Partner with HR and other departments to facilitate smooth onboarding of new attorneys.
Manage recruiting materials, departmental supplies, and assist with additional projects as needed.
Other duties, as assigned.
Who You Are:
Bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years of relevant experience, ideally in a law firm or law school career services setting.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable working with databases; experience with LawCruit preferred.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional, responsive, and collegial demeanor.
Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information.
Self-starter with strong initiative; able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Willingness to work occasional extended hours as required.
Occasional travel as required.
Benefits and More
At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks