Student Recruiting Manager - Law Firm
Washington, DC
Client Opportunities – Legal Openings /
Full Time /
Hybrid
The Manager of Student Recruitment will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our campus recruitment efforts. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the legal industry and a passion for identifying and nurturing future talent. The ideal candidate will have a background in law, proven experience in student recruitment, and a solid foundation in human resources practices.
Day to Day Responsibilities
- Campus Recruitment Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive campus recruitment strategy aligned with the firm's goals, focusing on attracting diverse and high-caliber law students.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with law schools, faculty, and student organizations to enhance the firm's visibility and reputation on campus.
- Recruitment Events: Plan and coordinate recruitment events, including informational sessions, on-campus interviews, and networking events to promote the firm and engage with students.
- Candidate Assessment: Oversee the evaluation and selection process of candidates, ensuring a fair and thorough assessment in alignment with the firm's values and diversity initiatives.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the hiring partners and legal teams to understand their recruitment needs and tailor strategies accordingly.
- Market Research: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor practices, and changes in student recruitment to continuously improve our programs.
- Data Analysis: Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
- Training and Development: Mentor and train recruitment team members, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge to effectively represent the firm.
- Compliance: Ensure all recruitment practices comply with legal and ethical standards, as well as the firm's policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of experience managing a student recruitment program within a law firm or legal environment.
- Proven track record of successfully implementing campus recruitment strategies.
- Strong understanding of the legal industry and law school dynamics.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in recruitment software and tools; experience with data analysis preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) or Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
