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Jobs Job Notices for Legal Career Services, Recruitment, Professional Development, and Related Positions NALP accepts online job listings for legal career services, recruitment, professional development, and related positions. Job notices are available for $50/month for member organizations; $100/month for non-member organizations; and at no charge (for one month) to public interest and governmental organizations. (Job listings placed by search firms on behalf of a member or public sector organization are at the $100 rate unless billing is directly to the member organization.) Listings must be submitted as text only (no graphics) with a limit of approximately 350 words. NALP reserves the right to edit all job notices for length. Positions listed on this page will also be featured in NALPnow!, a biweekly e-mail newsletter sent to NALP members. To post a job online, contact Janet Smith at jsmith@nalp.org. Law School Career Services and Related Openings
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Career Services and Related Openings Judicial Clerkship Advisor. Posted 1/26/12. (Duke Law School, Center for Career and Professional Development) Occupational Summary: This professional will be responsible for providing career advice and counsel to Duke Law students and alumni regarding all aspects of obtaining post-graduate judicial clerkships and for facilitating the receipt of clerkship offers. This position is ideal for lawyers who have worked as a judicial clerk and who would like to collaborate with students, judges, faculty, and staff, while learning about law schools and educational administration. The position reports to the Associate Dean & Director of the Career Center and is an integral part of the Career Center team, but works extremely closely with the Faculty Clerkship Committee in particular, as well as with other faculty and staff. Specific Work of the Position Includes: Student and Alumni Advising – 40%. Provide personalized advice on clerkships and summer judicial internships; Strategize with students, faculty, and alumni on clerkship possibilities for students and alumni. Collaboration with Clerkship Stakeholders – 40%. Initiate outreach and maintain contact with judges to determine hiring needs and identify opportunities for student; collaborate with faculty to deepen relationships with judges; serve as Duke Law liason to regular discussion among law school and judiciary clerkship-policy development groups; develop and maintain content for the clerkship portion of the Career Center website. Clerkship Application Oversight – 20%. Provide oversight and leadership to the judicial clerkship application process, including collaborating with students, faculty, and academic assistant, and others. Required Qualifications - Education/Training/Experience: JD degree is required; experience as a judicial clerk is strongly preferred. A minimum of 5 years of work experience is also preferred, including at least 3 years of professional legal practice. Find the complete description and apply through the Duke University electronic recruiting system. Please go to http://www.hr.duke.edu/jobs/apply/index.php and enter the Job ID number 400577225. Please also send application materials to Kelly Briggs at briggs@law.duke.edu. Duke University and Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Recruiting Coordinator. Posted 1/26/12. (Duke Law School, Center for Career and Professional Development) Occupational Summary: Duke University School of Law seeks a Recruiting Coordinator to work in the Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC). Responsibilities will be to work with the Director of Employer Relations and Student Recruiting (the “Director”), as well as with the Associate Dean and entire Career Center team, to support all on- and off-campus recruiting programming, event planning, marketing, employer outreach, and employer relations functions of the CPDC. Specific Work of the Position: The primary areas of responsibility include: Participating with the Director in all aspects of planning and executing On Campus Interviewing (“OCI”) programs as well as off-site interview programs. Serve as point person for student inquiries, technology questions, and schedule creation and analysis, for OCI and off-campus recruiting programs and events. Assisting in planning and execution of Employer Strategic Outreach Plan. This includes developing, planning and executing a wide variety of large and small on-campus and off-campus events with employers and/or students; preparing for employer visits; conducting market analysis; developing educational materials. Maintaining employer database to track contacts and plan regular follow up and correspondence with external constituencies. Assisting in research projects, creating resource materials to aid in student recruiting, analyzing data and markets and identifying and highlighting opportunities for students. Education/Training: Associate Degree is required; BA degree is strongly preferred; 3 years of relevant experience or combination of education and/or experience. Training in Customer Relationship Management products and processes is preferred, as is formal Project Management experience. To Apply: To apply and to review the complete position description, go to the online Duke University Human Resources system at http://www.hr.duke.edu/jobs/main.html. The requisition number is 400577869. Interested parties should also submit a cover letter and resume to Kelly Briggs at briggs@law.duke.edu. Duke University and Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Recruitment Manager. Posted 1/24/12. The University of Michigan Law School in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a recruitment manager. Application is online at http://umjobs.org/, Job ID 65877 (please be advised that for purposes of University classification, the official title is “Administrative Coordinator”). Responsibilities: On-Campus Interview Program (OCI): Early Interview Week, Fall Interview Program and Winter Interview Program: Work with Assistant Dean for Career Planning to establish policies and procedures. Plan, implement, coordinate and supervise Programs, bringing together 500+ employers and 550-600 students. Communicate policies and procedures for OCI to employers and students both individually and in group settings. Write the OCI Procedures handout for students. Coordinate with hotel personnel at which Early Interview Week is held. Hire and supervise temporary employees. Supervise production and distribution of student transcripts. Advise transfer students and manage/administer their participation in OCI program. Compile and analyze employment statistics, and create reports for the ABA, NALP and other organizations. Consult with and maintain contact with legal employers nationwide, including coordination of a large employer reception. This position requires overtime, particularly in the weeks prior to and during Early Interview Week in August. Required Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and two - three years progressively responsible administrative experience. Experience and expertise in the use of MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook. Previous experience writing, editing and proofreading copy is required. Previous experience booking travel, primarily hotels. Program and event coordination experience is required. Previous experience with statistical software. Previous experience analyzing and compiling statistics. Knowledge of MPathways systems, Business Objects, and other query systems is desired. Some career planning office experience and familiarity with the Symplicity software is highly preferred. U-M EEO/AA Statement: The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Associate Director of Career Development & Coordinator of the Externship Program. Posted 1/18/12. (St. John’s University School of Law; Department: Law School – Career Development; Campus: Queens, NY; Full-time/Regular Position) Job Description: Reporting to the Associate Dean for Student Services and working closely with the Associate Academic Dean and the Director of the Career Development Office, the Associate Director will administer the Law School’s growing and robust Externship Program, which places students in a variety of practice settings in both the private and public sectors to gain real world practice experience. The Associate Director supervises one assistant. Depending on the experience of the candidate, this position may be filled at the Director level. Responsibilities: The Associate Director will review potential placements to determine whether they are appropriate, educational experiences. Review existing placements to ensure that they comply with ABA and law school standards. Make site visits as necessary. Work with career counselors to develop new placements, particularly with private firms and corporations. Advise students on potential externships. Review student applications. Other duties as assigned, including some career counseling functions. Qualifications: A Juris Doctor degree. At least 3 years of legal practice experience. Superior interpersonal, administrative, and computer skills, and knowledge of the legal profession. Experience in law school externships is strongly desired. This position is subject to a comprehensive background screen, with employment contingent upon satisfactory results. If access to a University vehicle is required for the position, a DMV check for driving record and valid driver’s license is also required. Candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest. Applicants must apply on-line at: http://www.stjohns.edu/faculty/hr/recruitment/positions.stj. St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Assistant Director of Career Development. Posted 1/18/12. (St. John’s University School of Law; Department: Law School; Campus: Queens, NY; Full-time/Regular position) Job Description: St. John’s University School of Law is seeking candidates for one or more positions of Assistant Director of Career Development. The Career Development Office at St. John’s provides proactive, student-centered placement services to J.D. and LL.M. students and alumni. Professional staff members are assigned a mix of 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, and recent graduates. Responsibilities: Help assigned students discover their areas of interest and obtain summer and permanent employment positions that meet their students’ goals. In recognition of the interrelationship between academic advising, the curriculum, externships, and clinics, members of the Career Development Office liaise with faculty, alumni, and administrators on a regular basis. Meet with students on a regular basis; communicating opportunities and advice in-person, by phone, and by e-mail; developing programs, services, and materials that will assist students and alumni in developing effective job search strategies. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Superior interpersonal, administrative, and computer skills, and knowledge of the legal profession. A Juris Doctor degree is preferred but not required. Experience in career counseling or legal recruiting is strongly desired. This position is subject to a comprehensive background screen, with employment contingent upon satisfactory results. If access to a University vehicle is required for the position, a DMV check for driving record and valid driver’s license is also required. To apply, include a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and list of three references. Applicants must apply on-line at: http://www.stjohns.edu/faculty/hr/recruitment/positions.stj. St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Associate Director of Career Services. Posted 1/11/12. The University of Iowa College of Law invites applications for an Associate Director of Career Services. This is a full-time, administrative staff appointment starting on or about May 15, 2012. Salary is commensurate with experience. The Iowa College of Law is one of the nation’s best public law schools, located in a major national research university. Iowa City is a vibrant and welcoming community with rich cultural and business opportunities, Big Ten athletic events and good public schools. The Associate Director will join the career services team and other administrative staff to provide students and alumni with a full range of comprehensive, state-of-the-art career and placement services. A graduate or professional degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required; a Juris Doctor degree is preferred. Other required qualifications include a minimum of three years relevant professional work experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; detail oriented; demonstrated creativity in the workplace; ability to travel and to work effectively with colleagues; ability to counsel and advise individuals from diverse backgrounds; a genuine interest in helping students and alumni to explore careers and in guiding them through job searches; and demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce/academic environment. Prior experience in career counseling or recruitment is a desirable qualification. Further information about the position can be found at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, (refer to requisition number 60392). A plain text cover letter and three professional references must be filled out online during the application process, and a resume must be uploaded. Review of applications will begin as they are received and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Assoc. Dean Linda McGuire, linda-mcguire@uiowa.edu or 319/335-9755. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Career Counselor. Posted 1/10/12. (Phoenix School of Law) The Career Counselor will provide support, guidance, information and skills training for students and alumni. The Career Counselor will counsel students regarding job search strategy, organize workshops, maintain the CPD website and blog, manage employment statistics on graduates, and other duties as assigned. 1. Counsel law students and alumni regarding job search strategy including: resume/cover letter preparation, interviewing, networking, employer research and identify legal experience opportunities via private firms, clerkships, government internships, and alternative career options. 2. Assist with planning and implementing strategies that encourage employers to hire PSL graduates. 3. Coordinate and present job search skills workshops. 4. Develop expertise in an assigned area of practice (small firm; judicial clerkship; public interest or government positions). 5. Draft employment articles, handouts and other resource materials to assist students and alumni. 6. Manage the CPD website and career software. 7. Maintain a monthly database of student activity and prepare monthly reports regarding activity. 8. Maintain graduate employment data and submission of data to NALP and other employment entities. 9. Update CPD handbook, career services library and review recent legal employment publications. 10. Establish and maintain professional attitude and good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors. 11. Will be privileged to confidential information and must maintain confidentiality of information at all times. 12. Support and be a part of the Phoenix School of Law mission, vision and values. 13. Other job related duties as assigned. Requirements: Juris Doctor degree required. Minimum one to two years practice experience in a law firm, government agency, public interest legal department or other type of legal environment required. Minimum one to two years of counseling/recruiting experience in a law school, university or with a legal employer preferred. Please send a resume and cover letter to hr@phoenixlaw.edu. Please put CAREER COUNSELOR in the subject line. Visit our website at www.phoenixlaw.edu. Career Services Counselor for Outreach. Posted 1/4/12. Florida Coastal School of Law is seeking candidates for the position of Career Services Counselor for Outreach. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to HR@fcsl.edu. The primary role of the Career Services Counselor is to provide instruction, orientation, and career counseling to students and alumni in the areas of resume/cover letter preparation, interviewing, and career planning in addition to overseeing the law school’s participation in external job fairs in an assigned area of outreach. Regular duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Comprehensive student and alumni counseling. Becoming the CSD's expert in assigned area of practice and developing business in that area. Includes attendance at job fairs and professional meetings as appropriate and visiting potential employers to market the law school. Developing and delivering presentations and workshops for students and other CSD counselors. Interfacing with other departments in the organization including academics. Performing related duties as assigned by Director (statistical data collection; developing a blog; creating business development plan, etc.). Education & Experience Requirements: Juris Doctorate degree required. One to two years practice experience required in a law firm or other type of legal employment. One to two years of counseling/recruiting experience in a law school, college or university or professional services firm; experience in a legal environment highly preferred. Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of the legal hiring process essential, especially as it pertains to law clerks and first year associates. Ability to network, develop business and successfully interface with senior practitioners. Ability to work evenings, weekends and additional hours as needed. Self starter with high level service orientation, ability to work interdependently and maintain confidential information. Must relate well to students and have strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators. Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, Excel and Power Point. Knowledge of databases is essential along with the ability to adapt to new systems. Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Coastal Law is an equal employment opportunity employer. Recruitment, Professional Development, and Related Openings Attorney Training Coordinator. Posted 2/4/12. The Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP is seeking an Attorney Training Coordinator who will be responsible for primary coordination and implementation of attorney training programs as assigned, with particular focus on training programming and initiatives for the transactional and litigation practice areas. He/she will assist in developing strategies to improve current programming in collaboration with the Department Manager. Additional responsibilities include Illinois CLE tracking, accreditation, and compliance, including maintenance of the Firm’ CLE database as well as providing general assistance to attorneys with respect to CLE. The individual must have or develop strong familiarity with CLE rules, and the ability to communicate with attorneys regarding same. A Bachelor’s degree and three (3) plus years of experience in a professional setting are required. Law firm experience is a plus. Ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships among lawyers and staff to achieve results. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent proofreading and communication (oral and written) skills; the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; a very strong attention to detail; and a professional demeanor. This position requires a high level of collaboration with attorneys and staff in other offices, the ability to work independently, and the ability to exercise independent judgment. Technical experience should include MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Interested candidates should apply here. Legal Recruiting Coordinator. Posted 2/3/12. Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Recruiting Coordinator. This individual provides assistance to the Director of Attorney Recruitment in implementing processes related to recruiting and hiring lawyers and lobbyists firm-wide, and in providing a variety of administrative support for the firm’s recruitment process. This includes lateral hiring, the summer associate program and the fall recruiting season. Attorney/lobbyist recruiting responsibilities include maintaining candidate files and viRecruit database, creating and maintaining internal tracking documents, posting open positions, interview scheduling, collection of evaluation forms/feedback, and coordinating travel arrangements for out-of-state candidates. Prepare response letters for all candidates, such as regret letters specific to their application, or drafting and finalizing offer letters. Perform targeted searches for specific practice group needs, e-due diligence on potential hires, and reference checks. Assist with on-boarding of new attorney/lobbyist hires, Bar exam and Bar review course applications/registration, and lateral hire integration. Responsibilities related to Fall recruiting and the summer associate program include signing up for resume collect, coordinating on-campus interviews, preparing on-campus materials, representing the Firm at career fairs and employer expos, initial resume review, scheduling and/or performing candidate screenings, callback interview scheduling, gathering feedback from all interviews, assisting with summer program planning, coordinating summer events, managing summer associate workloads, and distributing, collecting and scheduling summer associate performance evaluations. General administrative tasks include travel arrangements and calendaring for Director, preparing expense reports and check requests, tracking recruiting expenses, and fielding general inquiries. A Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a law firm environment are required, in addition to possessing a professional demeanor and strong organizational skills. Please submit cover letter and resume to Jean Howery, Director of Attorney Recruitment at jhowery@bhfs.com. IP Training Manager. Posted 2/3/12. (WilmerHale, Boston, MA) Develops, communicates and executes substantive Intellectual Property ("IP") training as it relates to IP staff which includes, but not limited to, paralegals, patent administrators and secretaries across all offices. Works closely with the IP Director to ensure the continued professional development of the IP staff with a heavy focus on patent prosecution. Ensures that staff members are providing quality service to internal members/departments of the firm as well as external clients and vendors by displaying professionalism via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone and in-person. Works with the Director of IP and other members of the IP team to identify and address training needs, develop curricula, and implement programs to maximize effectiveness and quality. Works with internal presenters, as needed, to deliver effective training. Identifies and coordinates internal and external resources for the delivery of other practice-related skills. Works with the Director of IP and other members of the IP team to build new initiatives and programs to ensure the continued professional development of the IP staff. Keeps abreast of trends in IP to ensure efficient delivery of material content and topics. Tracks, reviews and disseminates information regarding pertinent changes and announcements directly related to filing practices in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In partnership with IP Department Managers, conducts routine skills assessments and recommends solutions designed to increase efficiency and productivity while mitigating risk. Establish and implement a strategic IP Staff Training program, including short and long term training goals and objectives. Establish and maintain internal and vendor relationships with the goal of continuously improving the IP Staff Training services to the Firm. Skills & Requirements: Strong teamwork skills with a collaborative approach to working with others at all levels of seniority. Extensive knowledge of instructional design and adult learning, or extensive knowledge of law firms and practice of law. Ability to organize and implement training programs. JD required. Minimum of 5 years' experience in an active IP practice or training and development required. Candidates my apply on our website at www.wilmerhale.com. Attorney Recruiting Administrative Assistant. Posted 2/3/12. (Paul Hastings LLP, Washington, DC) Under the direct supervision of the Attorney Recruiting Manager, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the Attorney Recruiting Department in our Washington, D.C. office. In this capacity, the Administrative Assistant will: Process campus registration, attorney job postings, applications, search firm agreements, and record filing; Make travel, meeting and event arrangements; Order and distribute marketing materials and gifts for external and internal contacts; Prepare reports, lists, databases, materials, correspondence and communications; Process all budget transactions and expense/ reimbursement forms; Work overtime as required, including some weekends; Travel as needed in support of recruiting programs, activities and initiatives; and Handle additional recruiting projects or duties as assigned. In addition, an Administrative Assistant will be expected to have: The ability to independently solve problems within the scope of responsibilities and provide helpful information and suggestions; Advanced-level Microsoft Office Suite, web conferencing and web navigation skills; Advanced-level proficiency in grammar, punctuation and spelling; Service-oriented telephone and e-mail etiquette; and Knowledge of meeting and event planning concepts. Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree (required); Two years of experience coordinating activities for recruiting programs or events (preferred). Please apply online at www.paulhastings.com. Paul Hastings LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Legal Recruitment Coordinator. Posted 2/1/12. Covington & Burling LLP, a large international law firm, has an immediate opening for a Legal Recruitment Coordinator for its DC office. This position supports the Legal Recruiting Director with all related functions and activities. Responsibilities: Primarily responsible for administrative and organizational support of recruiting programs. Assist in the coordination and preparation of summer associate events, first day orientation, arrival and departure memos, exit meetings and summer associate bios. Coordinate summer associate housing needs. Responsible for documenting and issuing various internal lists and communications regarding the summer associates. This includes practice group interests, social interests, arrival and departure dates, etc. Responsible for working with the Assignments Vice Chairs on the summer associate assignment process. Assists in various other programs, including the fall interview program as needed, updating contact information in LawCruit and scheduling post-offer dinners. Qualifications: Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Proven ability to interface with personnel at all levels. Knowledge of the attorney recruitment process/programs and law firm experience strongly preferred. Strong MSOffice skills needed. Experience with LawCruit a plus. An undergraduate degree is required. During peak seasons (summer and fall), availability for overtime is necessary. Interested applicants should submit resume and cover letter via email to lawcareers@gmail.com. EOE. Recruiting Manager. Posted 1/31/12. Jones Day, a global law firm with more than 35 offices, has an immediate need for a Recruiting Manager in its Houston office. The Office Recruiting Manager is responsible for all aspects of lawyer and law student recruiting. Responsibilities include summer associates, new lawyers, and lateral hires. The Office Recruiting Manager will work in coordination with the Office Hiring Partner, Office Administrator, and the Firmwide Recruiting Director, and in concert with the strategic growth plans for the Jones Day Houston office. Bachelor's degree is required with a minimum of two years experience in a law firm. Jones Day offers an energetic, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, possess excellent oral and written communication skills including grammar, spelling, and punctuation, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, be creative and detail-oriented, treat confidential information in a professional manner, and be able to professionally and tactfully handle difficult situations. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, see projects through to completion, work and communicate with a wide range of people, collaborate in a team setting, spot issues, problem-solve, multi-task, and manage projects. The Recruiting Manager must also have the ability to establish effective working relationships within the Department, Office and Firm, as well as with applicants and others outside the Firm. The successful candidate will be willing to learn new things and adapt to new situations. Knowledge of viRecruit applicant tracking, work allocation, and reporting systems is a plus. Knowledge of other software is also important, including but not limited to, MS Word and Excel. The Firm provides its employees with competitive salaries and benefits. We invite you to visit our website for more information about Jones Day (www.jonesdaycareers.com). To apply, submit by email a resume and cover letter that states salary history and expectation. The letter should be addressed to: Trent H. Thomas, Jones Day, 717 Texas, Suite 3300, Houston, TX 77002. Email: ththomas@jonesday.com. Jones Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Attorney Recruitment Coordinator. Posted 1/31/12. (Houston, TX) Porter Hedges LLP is seeking an Attorney Recruitment Coordinator. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of law firm recruiting experience. Responsibilities include: coordinating on-campus and in-office interviews; planning and implementation of summer associate program; maintaining relationships with law schools; orienting new lawyers; working with the Hiring Partner and Recruiting Committee; preparing recruiting budget and statistical reports; recruiting lateral attorneys; coordinating a variety of Firm social events; supporting the Diversity Committee and Women’s Initiative efforts; assisting with in-house CLE programs; providing support to the Practice Group Leaders as needed; and collaborating with Marketing and Business Development on events as needed. Candidates must possess the following skills: Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent work experience of at least three years in law firm recruiting is acceptable. Availability for after-hours events and occasional out of town work is required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to work well with all levels of Firm personnel, clients, and vendors. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required; knowledge of document management system and viDesktop/viRecruit is preferred. Interested candidates should email their resume to staffresumes@porterhedges.com. Porter Hedges LLP is located at 1000 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002-6341. Equal Opportunity Employer. Practice Group Manager. Posted 1/31/12. (Mintz Levin, Boston, MA) Job Summary: Mintz Levin’s Practice Group Managers work closely with Section Managers, as part of Section Management, to manage key aspects of the Section’s practice, and serve as the Section’s point person for coordinating with other departments, such as Human Resources, Professional Development, Finance, Legal Recruiting, Marketing and Business Development, Client Intake, Public Relations and Library and Research Services. Primary Responsibilities: Section Administration: Facilitate identification of Section objectives and develop and implement strategies to accomplish goals. Review and analyze Section’s financial data and assist with billing and collections. Oversee Section budgets, including reviewing, approving and monitoring spending throughout the year. Work with Section Managers on business planning processes, marketing initiatives, and presentations for Member Retreats and Section Meetings. Prepare reports for Section and Firm Management to facilitate analyses of practice development initiatives, business goals, and Section capabilities. Work Allocation/Staffing Needs: Assist Section Management to assign appropriate work to attorneys and other legal professionals. Prepare and review staffing/workload reports for Section Management and communicate with assigning attorneys to assess staffing needs. Work with attorneys to create manageable workloads that optimize attorney utilization and support attorney development. Professional Development: Work with Section Managers to monitor attorney and paralegal performance. Work closely with Professional Development team to identify attorney development needs and help to facilitate Section training and sponsor/mentor programs. Coordinate with Professional Development team and Section Managers for attorney evaluation process. Job Qualifications: J.D. degree preferred, with 3-5 years experience in a large law firm—a portion of which preferably should be as a practicing attorney and/or working in professional development and/or human resources. Understanding of law firm accounting and finance. Ability to work with attorneys, paralegals, and staff at all levels in a professional and collegial manner. Must be comfortable working with highly confidential information. Must be a good team member and an independent and proactive self-starter. Strong knowledge of Word, Outlook, and Excel. Direct link to the position on our site: http://www.mintz.com/careers/182/Practice_Group_Manager. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to: mlhr@mintz.com. Attorney Recruiting & Development Assistant. Posted 1/30/12. (Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, New York, NY) Occupational Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Attorney Recruiting & Development Manager, and following prescribed department, office and firm procedures, the Attorney Recruiting & Development Assistant is responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support and assistance to the attorney recruiting department. The Attorney Recruiting & Development Assistant is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s attorneys, advisors and staff, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement. Above all, the Attorney Recruiting & Development Assistant must fulfill the needs of the firm in a manner which is consistent with the Firm’s Core Values. Specific Work of the Position: You will enter and maintain applicant data in the recruiting database, generate recruiting letters from the recruiting database, prepare various correspondence to prospective employees as needed, file resumes, letters and other recruiting materials as needed, create and maintain departmental files, answer department telephones as needed, open and distribute mail, complete Lateral Applicant Worksheet, monitor the New York office attorney recruiting email box and ensure responses are sent as appropriate, help greet applicants upon arrival and escort them to interviews as needed, assist with applicant travel and hotel arrangements, process check requests and expense reports, order new attorney and summer associate gifts as requested, assist with recruiting events as needed, and train temporary interns on recruiting database as needed. Education/Training: A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, but a 4-year college degree is preferred. To Apply: To apply and to review the complete position description, go to http://www.akingump.com/careers/staff/opportunities/. Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to Bob Paulson at rpaulson@akingump.com. Attorney Recruiting Coordinator. Posted 1/30/12. The New York office of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is currently seeking a highly motivated Attorney Recruiting Coordinator. Under the direction of the Attorney Recruiting Manager, the Attorney Recruiting Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of high volume recruiting programs including law student recruiting, lateral attorney hiring and the Summer Associate Program. Responsibilities will include: Receiving and reviewing incoming entry level and lateral candidate resumes. Responding to applicant inquiries and handling candidate communications. Coordinating all aspects of entry-level and lateral hiring, scheduling interviews with candidates and attorneys, facilitating candidate decision making process, preparing offer letters and coordinating the hiring process. Maintaining relationships with law school placement offices and coordinating student outreach activities. Coordinating logistics and scheduling of OCI, hospitality suites, and interview dinners; traveling on-campus and greeting candidates in hospitality suites. Coordinating the Summer Associate Program including orientation, activities, assignment coordination, etc. Planning, supporting and attending all Summer Associate Program events, OCI receptions, offer dinners, and 1L receptions. Maintaining and updating all written recruiting materials, including the Summer Associate internal webpage, summer associate facebook and office guide, as well as the fall recruiting guide. Maintaining applicant tracking system and generating reports. Fielding daily recruiting/legal personnel questions from attorneys, fall associates, summer associates and laterals. Other duties as assigned. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least two years of comparable law firm experience. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizational skills and self-direction. The candidate must also work well with all levels of Firm personnel as well as outside clients. Proficiency in Word and Excel is required. LawCruit experience is preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V. Please apply online for consideration: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=689&ji=2589223&sn=I. Chief Marketing Officer. Posted 1/27/12. (Fox Rothschild LLP, Philadelphia, PA) POSITION DESCRIPTION: As a key member of Fox Rothschild’s management team, the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) develops and oversees implementation of the firm’s marketing and business development strategy, leading a team of 20+ legal marketing professionals. The CMO will work closely with the Firmwide Managing Partner, COO and all other C-level officers from both an operating and strategic standpoint. The position is based in Philadelphia. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 10+ years of experience in marketing or business development and significant experience managing others. Graduate degree preferred but not required. Minimum three years’ experience leading marketing and business development activity ideally within a professional services organization. Client/customer service orientation is paramount. Strong network of external professional contacts. A strong track record of leadership and a focus on team-building and problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with key stakeholders and firm leadership. Proven interpersonal, organizational, supervisory and analytical skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills. Well-honed ability to analyze problems and needs, evaluate alternatives and find solutions. A history of exercising good business judgment and diplomacy in complex situations, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, and successfully balancing multiple priorities. Very strong drive, dedication and work ethic. RESUME SUBMISSION: If you are interested in the position, please forward your resume and salary requirements to Paul Straub via email at pstraub@foxrothschild.com or mail to Paul Straub’s attention at Fox Rothschild, 2000 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Recruitment Coordinator. Posted 1/26/12. Well-established DC law firm is seeking an experienced Recruitment Coordinator. The person in this position will be responsible for assisting with the firm’s lateral partner recruitment efforts. This person will work closely with the Senior Recruiting Partner and the Recruiting Manager in maintaining processes and procedures for firm-wide partner and counsel hiring. Essential duties include maintaining profiles, status and reports of all lateral partner and counsel recruitment activity in ViRecruit; maintaining recruiting files; making travel arrangements for partner and counsel candidates; assisting with scheduling interviews and gathering feedback for partners; and other duties as assigned. Discretion is an absolute MUST. If you have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of recruiting experience in a law firm or professional services firm, we would like to hear from you. Candidates must be amenable to working extended hours as needed. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume immediately to simone@pattaylor.com. Recruiting, Development & Pro Bono Coordinator. Posted 1/26/12. The New York office of Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP is seeking a Recruiting, Development & Pro Bono Coordinator. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Providing support for all activities involved in law student hiring, campus outreach and the summer associate program. Coordinating various aspects of lateral associate recruiting. Interfacing regularly with law school placement offices, legal recruiting professionals, and internal firm attorneys and management. Providing support with CLE administration. Assisting with training programs, professional development programs and new associate orientations. Requirements include: Minimum of 2 years of law firm legal recruiting or professional development experience required. Must be flexible to adjust hours to meet operating needs. Attendance at some evening events required. Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, efficient and able to handle time sensitive projects. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. TO APPLY: Submit resume and salary requirements to legalrecruiting@kramerlevin.com with Recruiting, Development, and Pro Bono Coordinator in the subject line. Legal Recruiting Manager. Posted 1/25/12. Cleary Gottlieb, a global international top ten law firm is looking for an experienced Manager of Legal Recruiting to join the recruiting team in the firms New York office. The position will report to the Director of Legal Recruiting and the ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing the Firm's summer associate, international lawyer and new hire recruiting processes. Responsibilities will include working closely with the Firms Recruiting Director and Recruiting Committee to develop and implement hiring policies, procedures and goals. The successful candidate will understand the firm, its practice areas, and its culture. Important competencies include excellent writing, analytical, organization, planning and leadership skills. In addition, the candidate should possess good judgement, tact and poise. The position requires a high degree of diplomacy and discretion. To perform successfully, the candidate should be able to handle a diverse set of responsibilities, communicate information effectively to key personnel in a timely, accurate and sensitive fashion, while adhering to multiple project demands. The ability to collaborate with multiple teams, offices and prioritize work demands is key to the position. For a full job description please visit our website at http://www.cgsh.com/newyork/admin/currentopportunities/legal_recruiting_manager/. Bachelors degree and a minimum of five years in a professional recruiting and/or legal resources environment. Must have a strong administrative background including team management responsibilities. Previous work experience should include recruiting and employee training. Candidates must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint and preferably have knowledge of legal recruiting software, such as videsktop. How to Apply: We require a cover letter, salary requirement and resume be sent to dharris@cgsh.com. While we would like to respond to all applicants, we only contact those applicants we are interested in meeting. All job applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, Vietnam era or other protected veteran, or any other legally protected category. Applicants who need a disability accommodation may request one by contacting resumes@cgsh.com. Lead Recruiter. Posted 1/25/12. Cleary Gottlieb, a global international top ten law firm seeks to hire a Lead Recruiter in its New York office to support the Manager and Director of Legal Recruiting and work with the Firm’s Recruiting Committee. The Lead Recruiter will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of high volume recruiting programs including law student recruiting, lateral and foreign lawyer hiring as well as the Summer Associate Program. The successful candidate will have an interest in working in a fast paced environment, assisting with the development of innovative means to cultivate high caliber talent, be proactive in supporting firm initiatives, be flexible, dependable, organized, customer service oriented, a clear communicator and have interest in collaborating with team members in other offices. For a full job description please visit our website at http://www.cgsh.com/newyork/admin/currentopportunities/lead_recruiter/. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least four years of law firm recruiting experience. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizational skills and self-direction. The candidate must also work well with all levels of Firm personnel. High degree of knowledge of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel is required. Knowledge of ViRecruit is a plus. How to Apply: We require a cover letter, salary requirement and resume be sent to dharris@cgsh.com. While we would like to respond to all applicants, we only contact those applicants we are interested in meeting. All job applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, Vietnam era or other protected veteran, or any other legally protected category. Applicants who need a disability accommodation may request one by contacting resumes@cgsh.com. Associate Development Manager. Posted 1/24/12. (Ropes & Gray LLP, Boston, MA) About Ropes and Gray: Ropes & Gray is a leading national, and increasingly international, law firm. It is consistently recognized as a top-ten player in its Private Equity, Investment Management, Intellectual Property, Government Enforcement, Life Sciences, Securities Litigation and Complex Business Litigation practices, among others. The firm has a strong track record of growth and accomplishment. Building around its leading national practices the firm has, in the last five years, quadrupled its New York presence, doubled its California presence, and opened an office in Chicago. The firm has also grown internationally, adding offices in Tokyo, Hong Kong, London and Shanghai. Job Summary: The Associate Development Manager for the Intellectual Property Rights Management and the Intellectual Property Litigation practice groups is responsible for the development of mid-level and senior associates in those groups, including assigning work, participating in obtaining and synthesizing feedback on the associates, assisting with the formal review process, and supporting certain practice group administrative needs. This manager is also responsible for overseeing the firm’s Career Attorneys Program and Hourly Attorneys Program. The manager collaborates with the practice group leaders and associate development partners in ensuring that mid-level and senior associate development needs are addressed. The manager coordinates associate work assignments by addressing specific growth opportunities for mid-level and senior associates as well as fast and appropriate coverage for all staffing needs. The manager also facilitates feedback conversations between partners and associates, and periodic practice group meetings during which associate development issues are discussed. The position works closely with the leadership of the corporate and litigation departments and of the practice groups, the department training committees, the attorney support team and the professional development team to provide appropriate assignments, training and feedback such that the foundation of guidance and graduated assignments support the growth and development of each associate. To view the full job description and to apply, Please visit: http://ropesgray.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=29721. Business Analyst. Posted 1/23/12. Kaye Scholer LLP is seeking a full-time Business Analyst in its New York Office reporting directly to the Practice Group Director/Managers. The position responsibilities include various tasks related to practice administration, client matter management, financial management and professional development. The Analyst will liaise with departments throughout the firm, and assist in implementing strategic initiatives while helping to identify areas for standardization and improvement. Principal functions will include implementing a phase and task code billing system, streamlining financial reports and creating various databases. Ongoing tasks will include the monitoring of: staffing reports and availability, recorded time entries, financial budgets and timekeeper reports, new hire integration, practice group calendars and monthly meetings. The candidate should have a keen sense of process management to organize and implement detailed and complex projects. Proven ability to prioritize work in a dynamic and complex team environment to meet deadlines and stay on task. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work comfortably with all levels of management, intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required. Bachelors degree required. Masters and/or JD preferred, plus 3-5 years of work experience preferably in a law firm environment. Apply on-line or email a resume and cover letter to drodriguez@kayescholer.com. The job listings described herein, are not intended to, nor do they, construe either a contract of employment, or an offer of such a contract. Associate Director, Professional Development. Posted 1/23/12. (Atlanta, GA) Kilpatrick Townsend is currently seeking an Associate Director, Professional Development. This position is responsible for managing Learning Services for Kilpatrick Townsend. This includes Firm Leadership programs, professional development programs for both attorneys and staff, IT projects and initiatives, and other programs, projects and departments as needed. The ideal candidate will have a BS or BA degree in Business or Education, Masters Degree preferred in a related field and minimum 5 - 7 years senior management and training development experience creating, leading training, organizational development and leadership programs in a professional, legal or corporate environment. 5+ years experience in the development, facilitation and delivery of training is required., preferably in a legal environment. This person must be an effective planner who is very detail-oriented and has the ability to organize and drive multiple projects simultaneously. Candidates should have a technical background and experience in technical class design; and experience delivering remote training classes using distance learning tools. The ability to interface with Partners, Associates, Clients, Vendors, Directors, Managers and Support Staff is also required. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Working with Director, Talent Management, design firm-wide training programs and align the same with the Firm’s goals and strategic plan. 2. Plan, design and implement training programs for all offices, working closely with the Directors and Practice Group Managers to align and prioritize these programs to business needs and goals. 3. Assist in establishing and rolling out effective and targeted Human Resources training programs. 4. Provide leadership, direction , supervision and management for technical trainers and facilitators who provide attorney/staff professional development and technical IT training. 5. Conduct appropriate training needs analyses and design targeted training programs in response to the same. 6. Work with leadership team to develop and implement and plan to: (1) analyze firm employee knowledge and skill requirements; (2) test and evaluate employee’s current skills; and (3) develop competency plans to improve overall performance. 7. Introduce alternate methods to deliver course content (outside the traditional classroom style firm wide). 8. Implement and manage an online firm-wide learning management system. Interested persons should send cover letters and resumes to shwhite@kilpatricktownsend.com. Attorney Development Coordinator. Posted 1/19/12. Katten Muchen Rosenman LLP is seeking a full-time Attorney Development Coordinator to join its Attorney Development team in its Chicago office to coordinate and implement training and development initiatives for attorneys. Responsibilities: Assist in the planning and coordination of lawyer training programs and initiatives including Mock Trial, Transactional, Associate and Partner Retreats, performance management, legal and business skills training, technology-based components and/or career development. Assist in ensuring compliance with the CLE requirements related to internally and externally provided CLE programs in the Washington, D.C. and Chicago offices. Keep abreast of MCLE regulations and coordinate lawyer compliance, assist in the submission of lawyer training programs to MCLE Boards for approval, and assist in the generation and issuance of certificate of attendance for lawyers attending accredited Katten programs. Gather and maintain timed agendas and written course materials for Chicago and Washington, D.C.-based programs, and attend programs in the Chicago office, organize and analyze program evaluations and recommend program adjustments. Manage meeting and program logistics including scheduling, securing meeting rooms, coordinating meeting room set-up and materials, and trouble-shooting. Experience/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred and two years of large law firm or professional services experience coordinating lawyer/professional services training programs and initiatives; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Power Point, Internet Explorer and Excel for formatting graphs, charts and other visual methods of presenting information. Familiarity with CE Manager and knowledge of MCLE rules and procedures. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, candidates, clients, staff, and outside contacts. Outstanding organizational, planning, and project management skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, email, or verbally. Ability to work overtime during peak periods in the Attorney Development department. If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and resume to: michael.bibbs@kattenlaw.com. Recruiting Manager. Posted 1/19/12. King & Spalding LLP is seeking a Recruiting Manager in its Washington, DC office. The Washington office opened in 1979 and currently has more than 170 lawyers and consultants. Altogether, King & Spalding has more than 800 lawyers in sixteen offices in the U.S., and abroad. This individual will oversee and be responsible for the execution of all activities relating to the recruitment and hiring of summer associates, new associates, lateral associates and counsel for our Washington office. Specific responsibilities include: managing all aspects of the on-campus interview process; supporting Practice Group leaders in lateral hiring; maintaining relationships with search firms; coordinating and scheduling interviews for law students and prospective lawyers at all levels; supporting meetings of the Washington, DC Hiring Committee; executing all aspects of the summer associate program including assisting the Human Resources Recruiting Coordinator with the summer program events; maintaining the applicant tracking database; preparing and maintaining the office attorney recruitment budget; participating in firmwide recruiting initiatives, activities, and meetings. A limited amount of travel may be required to attend firmwide meetings, recruiting events at various law schools, and summer associate program activities. This position reports to the Chief Recruiting Officer and the Washington, DC Hiring Chair. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years professional recruiting experience in a legal environment and meet the following minimum requirements: Bachelors degree. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to work under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with people at all levels of the firm. Proven ability to manage and execute projects. Strong attention to detail. Highly organized, motivated and energetic. Please send résumé with cover letter to: Ms. Susan Oswald, Human Resources Manager, King & Spalding LLP, 1700 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20006-2706, Phone: (202) 661-7995, Fax: (202) 626-3737, soswald@kslaw.com. King & Spalding LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Professional Development Manager. Posted 1/19/12. (Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox PLLC, Washington, DC) MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate the development and implementation of in-house training programs for firm attorneys. Work with the Professional Development Chair and Practice Group Leaders in the development, implementation and assessment of practice group and soft skills curricula for attorneys. Work with Professional Development Chair and Practice Group Leaders in developing learning objectives, content and structure for in-house training programs. Develop powerpoints, other types of presentations and handout materials for in-house training programs. On an ongoing basis, assess effectiveness of in-house training programs and advise on ways to improve them, including working with technology specialists or consultants to develop technology training solutions. Develop new and improve existing procedures for coordinating complex training programs. Develop and teach programs to enhance presentation skills. Participate in the assessment and hiring of outside consultants for in-house training programs and work with outside consultants customize programs to meet firm requirements and standards. Collaborate periodically with other firm administrative departments, including marketing and human resources. Learn and keep abreast of the attorney CLE requirements and work with the Professional Development Chair to insure that in-house programs comply with those requirements. Keep up-to-date on current trends, developments and best practices in the field of attorney development by reading professional journals and books, and attending attorney development seminars, conferences and workshops. Provide assistance, when requested, to the Professional Development Chair and assist with special professional development projects as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Experience in law firm administration preferred, and in a law firm or corporate training department a plus. Ability to work closely and effectively with all levels of firm personnel required; demonstrated management and supervisory skills a plus. Requires excellent organizational and oral and written communication skills, good judgment, flexibility and the ability to work with little supervision. Must be able to prioritize workload and solve problems quickly. Strong computer skills required, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and viDesktop. Ability to conduct factual research and use online research tools a plus. Four-year degree preferred. Light lifting and walking required. This is an exempt position and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. Interested persons should submit their applications via email to Cindy Schuler at employment@skgf.com. Legal Recruiting and Professional Development Assistant. Posted 1/17/12. The global law firm of K&L Gates LLP seeks a Legal Recruiting and Professional Development Assistant for its Seattle office. This position will work closely with the Associate Director, Regional Recruiting Manager and Professional Development Manager to support and execute administrative support for the Pacific Northwest and firmwide Legal Performance Management, Legal Recruiting and Professional Development programs and projects. Responsibilities include: On-Campus and In-Office Interview Processes; Summer Associate Program; Legal Personnel; Legal Performance Management; Legal Recruiting; and Professional Development. Qualifications - Bachelors degree; Previous administrative, legal (or other service industry) placement, recruiting, or professional development experience is highly desirable; Must be highly proficient with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; PeopleSoft or other HRIS/applicant data tracking system; Excellent customer service and communication skills; Ability to work cohesively with a diversity of individuals at all levels; Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment; Ability to maintain composure and project a professional demeanor; Must be detail oriented and able to multitask; Must be able to work in a demanding, fast-paced, and service-oriented environment We seek exceptional employees who want to become a part of our practice on all levels, to help us expand, challenge our limits, and push us to grow into the future. If you are motivated by job challenges and personal growth, then K&L Gates could be the right place for you. If you feel that you meet the requirements and would like to apply for this position, please click on the link below and you will be redirected to our career page on www.klgates.com. Please include a cover letter and advertisement source in your application. No phone calls, walk-ins, or agencies, please. Link to apply: https://recruit.klgates.com/psp/PSHRPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=1661&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1. Attorney Recruiting & Development Coordinator. Posted 1/17/12. (Department: Talent Development) O'Melveny & Myers LLP, a global law firm, has an immediate opening for an Attorney Recruiting & Development Coordinator for the Los Angeles office. The Recruiting & Development Coordinator will work closely with the Recruiting & Development Manager to provide support in the recruitment and retention of attorneys and summer associates. Responsibilities include, coordinating all aspects of the attorney recruitment process, including on-campus recruiting, lateral partner recruiting and the callback interview process as well as preparation for our summer and new associate program, orientation of new hires and development and retention of our attorneys. Assist with the retention and development of attorneys through the firm's mentoring programs. Educational Level: Bachelor's Degree Preferred. Requirements for this position include a minimum of three years of attorney recruiting and/or attorney development experience, preferably in a large law firm environment. Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent follow-up skills in a fast-paced environment. Experience with LawCruit helpful. Please submit resumes to dmandell@omm.com. Director of Legal Recruiting and Professional Development. Posted 1/17/12. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, a nationally recognized law firm, has an outstanding opportunity in their downtown Cincinnati, OH office for a Director of Legal Recruiting and Professional Development. Job Description: The person in this position at Taft will be responsible for the following in the Taft Ohio offices: Recruiting of new attorneys, lateral attorney and Summer associates; manage on-campus interviewing; Summer associate program; Primary point of contact for incoming attorneys; Orientation. Professional Development: CLE - monitor CLE expenses and policy, ensure attorney CLE compliance; provide CLE trainings; Career Development Task Force; Mentor Program; Trainings - new attorney; assist with practice group trainings; attorney programs. Diversity Committee. Other duties that may be assigned as needed. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree and/or equivalent relevant experience. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels within and outside the firm. Ability to work effectively with colleagues and candidates. Availability to attend events that may be outside normal business hours. Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle of Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP. Employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to resumes@taftlaw.com. Campus Recruiter. Posted 1/17/12. Huron Consulting Group, formed in 2002, helps clients in diverse industries improve performance, comply with complex regulations, resolve disputes, recover from distress, leverage technology, and stimulate growth. The Company teams with its clients to deliver sustainable and measurable results. Huron provides services to a wide variety of both financially sound and distressed organizations, including leading academic institutions, healthcare organizations, Fortune 500 companies, medium-sized businesses and the law firms that represent these various organizations. We are currently seeking a Campus Recruiter based in our Chicago office. The Campus Recruiter will be responsible for contributing to the strategy and implementing tactical management of recruiting for Undergraduate/Analyst level candidates, both on and off campus, for the Huron Education & Life Sciences Practice and the Huron Legal Practice. This position reports to the National Campus Recruiting Manager. The Campus Recruiter is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with campus placement offices, professors and student groups at 3-5 target universities, coach and prepare recruiting teams for campus visits, conduct behavioral 1st round phone interviews with referral candidates and those from non-target schools as well as behavioral and/or case interviews on campus as needed. We are looking for someone with 4+ years of experience as a recruiting professional with a focus in campus recruiting, demonstrated ability to work with clients at all levels within an organization, must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, be a strategic thinker and a self-starter. For more details about the company please visit our website www.huronconsultinggroup.com and for more details or to apply for the role click on this link and create a profile: https://jobs-huronconsultinggroup.icims.com/jobs/3840/job. Marketing Coordinator. Posted 1/14/12. Cox Smith, a full-service law firm with 5 offices across Texas, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Marketing Coordinator. This position, based in our main office in San Antonio, requires a team player with a minimum of 2 years experience in legal marketing or a related field. Outstanding opportunity to work with a good team, join a growing firm, and make valuable, rewarding contributions. Responsibilities: Website maintenance, social media applications, and emarketing are the primary responsibilities. Others include creating and developing marketing materials and presentations for business development opportunities; market research; event planning; representing the firm at industry events (with possible travel); managing all firm graphic design projects, including firm advertisements and general marketing materials. Requirements: At least 2 years experience in a marketing related field. Excellent writing skills; professional presentation; demonstrated experience in marketing technology, website content maintenance and social media marketing. PowerPoint and Excel proficiency. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage projects with or without direct supervision. Exceptional dependability, responsiveness, and interpersonal skills. Interested applicants may submit their resumes to ncollins@coxsmith.com. Legal Recruiting Coordinator. Posted 1/12/12. SNR Denton is a client-focused international legal practice delivering quality and value. We serve clients in key business and financial centers from 48 locations in 32 countries, making us a top 25 legal services provider by lawyers and professionals worldwide. The firm is currently recruiting for a Legal Recruiting Coordinator to be based in either the Firm’s New York or Washington, DC offices to support legal recruiting efforts in both locations. The Legal Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of attorney recruiting, both at the lateral attorney and entry-level associate levels. The Coordinator will work closely with the Legal Recruitment Administrators and the Manager of Legal Recruitment to fill hiring needs. Candidates must be able to juggle multiple responsibilities while working independently and demonstrate a high degree of trustworthiness and discretion given the highly confidential nature of the recruiting process. Primary Responsibilities: Coordinate interview schedules for all levels of attorney candidates, greet candidates and solicit feedback on candidates. Coordinate on-campus interviews and callback interviews. Coordinate the New York summer associate program, including assignment tracking, the planning of social events and training programs. Resume screening and communication with practice leadership and search firms regarding potential candidates. Facilitate conflicts checks for all candidates. Handle conference room set-ups including catering and videoconferencing. Assist with travel arrangements for candidates. Maintain and update candidate information in LawCruit. Attend recruiting events and assist with firm wide recruiting initiatives as necessary. Other related duties as assigned. Experience and Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of legal recruiting experience required. Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality work product. Strong organizational, oral and written communication skills. Experience with LawCruit is a plus. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To apply, please click on the following link: Careers. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Legal Personnel Coordinator. Posted 1/12/12. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Legal Personnel Coordinator for its New York office. This role will have firm-wide responsibility for helping to support the Legal Personnel and Professional Development Department. The position includes supporting the Litigation Assigning Process, the associate review processes and contributing to the overall Legal Personnel Department function. The Coordinator will be a visible part of the Firm culture and a clear resource for all associates. The Coordinator will work closely with the Director of Legal Personnel and Professional Development and the Manager of Legal Personnel to develop and maintain these programs and initiatives. Hours are M-F 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., but flexibility to work additional hours is required. Essential Responsibilities: Assists with the Bi-Annual Attorney Review process, which includes working with the director, manager and partners to ensure associate evaluation files are complete, liaising with IT manager for database maintenance/upgrades; Assists with the Litigation Assigning process. Coordinates with Assigning Partners to evaluate staffing requests/needs, assists in making recommendations and liaises with litigation associates about availability; maintains assignment tracking database; Assists with orientation and integration process for all new associates; Coordinates special events logistics (Fall Orientation, external and internal social events, etc.);Assists with various monthly and quarterly reports; Provides general support and assistance to the Legal Personnel Department on an ongoing basis; Additional duties as needed. Requirements: Bachelor's degree, with a minimum of 2-3 years of comparable experience, prior experience in a law firm or professional services firm strongly preferred; Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact well and build professional relationships while maintaining confidentiality; Ability to self-direct and juggle multiple priorities; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Must be team oriented; Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint and comfortable working in web-based databases/software, e.g. viDesktop; Must be flexible to adjust hours to meet departmental needs, and attendance at some evening events. To Apply: Qualified and interested candidates must submit a resume with cover letter, including salary requirements to LPCoordinator@stblaw.com. We offer a challenging and congenial work environment, an excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with experience. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Director of Legal Recruitment. Posted 1/12/12. (Boston, MA) Nutter, McClennen & Fish, LLP is now in a search to fill the position of Director of Legal Recruitment. This is a full-time position reporting to the Executive Director / Chief Financial Officer. The Director works closely with the Chairs and members of the Legal Hiring Committee, the ad hoc Lateral Partner Search Committee, and the Legal Personnel Committee. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A college degree with a minimum of five (5) years’ professional recruiting work experience in legal services is required. DUTIES: The Director of Legal Recruitment is responsible for directing the Firm’s associate hiring program and summer associate program; for managing and implementing the lateral attorney hiring in the Firm; for all paralegal hiring; for supporting and coordinating the efforts of the ad hoc Lateral Partner Search Committee; and for certain administrative duties and other tasks requested by the Legal Personnel Committee, related to attorney hires. The Director supervises the work activity of a Coordinator assigned to the Director and is responsible for preparing the annual budgets for all legal hiring activities. SKILL SET: The Director of Legal Recruitment must be knowledgeable about all aspects of the legal hiring process and have excellent interpersonal, professional, and organizational skills as well as certain technical proficiencies. Our summer associate program is award winning; our work environment is collegial; benefits are generous; and, pay is competitive and based on experience. Resumes may be sent to: Margaret M. Heylin, Director of Human Resources at resumes@nutter.com. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Attorney Recruitment and Professional Development Manager. Posted 1/11/12. The Human Resources Department of Arnold & Porter has an opening for an Attorney Recruitment and Professional Development Manager in the San Francisco office. The manager will organize and oversee attorney recruitment, the summer associate program, and attorney professional development in the San Francisco office. This position will report to the Director of Legal Personnel and Attorney Recruitment. QUALIFICATIONS: A four-year degree or related educational and/or business experience. A minimum of two years' previous attorney recruitment experience, including coordination of on-campus recruiting and summer programs. A minimum of two years' previous professional development experience preferred, including coordination of in-house training programs and familiarity with CA MCLE rules and procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and database experience. Strong technology skills and a familiarity with on-line recruiting, databases (i.e., viRecruit) and spreadsheets are important. Strong interpersonal, customer service, communications, and organizational skills a must. Excellent communication skills both oral and written. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Ability to handle confidential information. Experience with preparing statistical analyses and monitoring budgets is desired. Arnold & Porter LLP is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, veteran's status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our Firm's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. To achieve our goal of equal opportunity, Arnold & Porter maintains an affirmative action plan through which it makes good faith efforts to recruit, hire and advance in employment qualified minorities, females, disabled individuals, and covered veterans. EOE M/F/V/D. Click here to apply. Legal Recruiting Assistant. Posted 1/10/12. (Sidley Austin LLP, Washington, DC) Legal Recruiting: Assists the Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator in meeting and greeting candidates. Tracks and files incoming resumes and maintains recruiting databases. Prepares and sends out offer and rejection letters/emails. Schedules in-office interview dates with Summer Associate candidates. Supports the Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator in coordinating in-office interviews for Summer Associate and lateral candidates with attorneys. Supports the Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator in the distribution of interview schedules to interviewing attorneys. When necessary, communicates with incoming Summer Associates through emails and telephone conversations. Prepares packets for Summer Associates. Assists in setting up Summer Associate orientation schedules and in drafting welcome memos. Prepares Summer Associate face books. Assists in the compilation of data for the NALP form. Sends out reimbursement letters to applicants and letters to other firms with regard to shared NALP expenses. Assists in coordinating hotel arrangements for attorneys who do on-campus interviewing. Prepares and ships on-campus interview binders and giveaways. Keeps track of inventory of marketing materials and orders additional supplies from the corporate office, as needed, for recruiting purposes. Tracks recruiting budget expenditures. Assists with compiling information for yearly Affirmative Action Report. Assists Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator in planning Summer Program events and in fostering attorney attendance at such events. Schedules Summer Associate Mid-Point and End-of-Summer Evaluation Meetings. Prepares materials for Hiring Committee and summer program meetings. Administrative: Performs clerical functions such as preparing and organizing files and binders, processing check requests for the department and scheduling administrative meetings. Answer telephones and sends and receives facsimiles and emails via computer. Performs other work-related duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates. Maintains the Legal Recruiting Inbox. Required: Degree or equivalent from an accredited university or college or technical school. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredit university or college or technical school. Minimum of two years law firm experience. Proficiency in advanced functions of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience working with databases (recruiting, PeopleSoft). Resumes should be sent to hrch@sidley.com with Legal Recruiting Assistant (DC) in the subject line. Director of Litigation Support. Posted 1/9/12. The Philadelphia office of Cozen O’Connor seeks a Director of Litigation Support to provide strategic and operational direction to the Firm's Litigation Support Department. The Director of Litigation Support will work with the CIO to determine the direction, strategy, procedures and operating protocols associated with the Firm’s litigation support efforts in response to attorney and client needs. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree. We require a minimum of 8 years of experience with at least five (5) years of experience managing litigation support for a large organization. The successful applicant will be one of the Firm's key experts in e-discovery, data preservation and acquisition, electronic document management, and litigation database design. Consequently, the applicant must be able to demonstrate an in-depth of knowledge of database management, litigation support imaging, and the operation and administration of standard litigation support software and hardware, as well as an advanced knowledge of the entire litigation support process and document control/case management. The applicant must also be able to effectively communicate technical concepts and issues to non-technical personnel and solve problems in a consultative, collaborative, and proactive manner. As the position will also be responsible for marketing and training on the Department’s services, candidates should also have a strong P&L focus; exceptionally strong interpersonal and communication skills; solid presentation and skills; solid experience working with vendors on pricing and project management; and excellent planning, organization and project management skills. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to Hillary Gruner, Manager of Recruiting, at hgruner@cozen.com. Knowledge Services Manager. Posted 1/5/12. The New York Office of Proskauer Rose LLP seeks a Knowledge Services Manager to work within the Firm’s Professional Resources Department. Under the supervision of the Director of Professional Development & Knowledge Management, the Manager will work with legal and administrative groups to develop and implement knowledge management strategies and tools that drive convenience, efficiency, speed, reuse, and client service. Responsibilities include helping to set KM direction, facilitating knowledge capture and transfer, and developing and maintaining the Firm’s knowledge systems. The Manager will be responsible for the Firm’s Library & Research Center including managing the expense budgets, acquisitions, organization, and instruction related to the use of information contained in the Firm’s physical library collections and on-line databases. He or she will negotiate contracts for all offices for the provision of services including those available via the Internet, as well as in print format, and will develop policies and procedures in order to implement objectives for provision of services and administration of the Library & Research Center. The Manager also will monitor new developments in technology as they affect the Firm’s KM initiatives and the Library & Research Center, and serve as a liaison to departments and committees both Firm-wide and in specific offices. Candidates should have either a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of law firm or related experience and at least 3 years of experience in Knowledge Management, Library Management or another related field. A Juris Doctor or Master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science from an accredited school is preferred but not required. Candidates also should posses a strong commitment to diversity, and excellent leadership, interpersonal, organizational, and management skills. Please send cover letters and resumes to: Chris Gardephe, Director of Professional Development & Knowledge Management, Proskauer, 11 Times Square, New York, NY 10036, cgardephe@proskauer.com.   |
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