Attorney Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. 

Join our Recruiting Team as an Attorney Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator located in our Fort Lauderdale office.

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with strong initiative who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate possesses outstanding organizational skills and the ability to effectively time manage. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and collaboration, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Fort Lauderdale office, on an in-office basis. This role reports to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager.

Position Summary

The Attorney Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator plays a key role by assisting the Attorney Talent Acquisition (Legal Recruitment) team carry out activities related to the recruiting and hiring of attorneys (including summer associates, lateral, and alternative track career attorneys). This position reports to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager and assists with other recruitment initiatives as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed, especially during peak student recruiting periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager, office Managing Shareholders, and Practice Group Leaders (PGLs) with the recruitment process for summer associates, lateral shareholder, lateral associates, and alternative track attorneys

• Provides support for the on-campus recruiting process by preparing materials, scheduling callback interviews, following-up with attorneys, and coordinating appropriate communication to candidates

• Oversees the day-to-day functions of the Summer Associate Program, including coordinating training, sourcing work assignments, compiling evaluations, planning social events, and other duties associated with the program

• Coordinates in-person or virtual interview schedules and gathers feedback on prospective candidates

• Assists in drafting/updating job postings; reviews and processes resumes in the applicant tracking system and generate reports when necessary

• Manages and updates applicant databases with relevant information and prepares offer letters

• Interfaces effectively with candidates or legal search firms, provides candidate correspondence, and submits background checks requests

• Assists manager by networking and partnering with career services to reach law students

• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

• Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation

• Recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality

• Critical thinker with the ability to shift priorities and manage change with a positive outcome

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or related field preferred

• Minimum three to five years recruiting experience in a mid-to-large law firm/professional services setting

Technology

• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

• Experience with Workday (Applicant Tracking System) a plus

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.