Baker Botts, a full-service, leading international law firm, is seeking a Recruiting Assistant to join our Legal Recruiting Department. This is a Firmwide, non-exempt position, resident in our Dallas office.
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Primary Responsibilities
- Maintaining recruiting database, applicant tracking, generating all correspondence, statistical reporting and other duties as assigned.
- Assisting with the planning and implementation of all aspects of the Summer Associate Program, including on-boarding/off-boarding, work assignments and evaluations, mentor programs, budget tracking, and event planning and attendance.
- Assisting with the planning and implementation of our law school outreach initiatives.
- Assisting with all aspects of 1L and 2L hiring, including candidate tracking, scheduling interviews, soliciting feedback, and the offer process.
- Assisting with entry level associate on-boarding and off-boarding.
- Assisting with lateral hiring including arranging interviews, coordinating necessary paperwork, and tracking applicants.
- Processing invoices and expense reports for the Legal Recruiting Department.
- Participating in monthly meeting/events through the local recruiting professionals’ association (RADS).
- Other projects as assigned by Hiring Partner, Director of Recruiting, and Recruiting Managers.
Core Competencies
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written. The position requires substantial contact with Firm lawyers and staff.
- Strong work ethic and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Ability to work well with internal and external clients.
- Strong organizational skills, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong customer service focus.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Six months of experience in a professional services office environment is preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point).
- Must demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and professional demeanor at all times.
- Must be highly organized, meticulously-detail oriented, while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy.
- Must demonstrate a proven ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple assignments, and work responsibly under pressure.
- Must be a highly resourceful team-player, and polite and respectful of others.
- Must speak and act professionally at all times and maintain a professional appearance.