Manager of Student Recruitment (Law Firm Experience)-Hybrid Remote

Position Summary: 

The Manager of Student Recruitment is responsible for developing and executing strategies to attract, recruit, and onboard top-tier students from universities and law schools to join [Company Name]. This role focuses on building relationships with academic institutions, managing the recruitment process, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in student recruitment within a law firm environment, a strong understanding of legal career pathways, and the ability to drive innovative recruitment initiatives. This position is hybrid remote 2-3 days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive student recruitment strategy aligned with the firm's objectives.
• Identify target universities and law schools for recruitment efforts and establish strong relationships with career services and faculty.
• Analyze recruitment trends and competitor activities to refine and enhance recruitment strategies.
• Recruitment Process Management:
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for student programs, including summer associate programs, internships, and entry-level attorney positions.
• Oversee campus recruitment activities, including job fairs, on-campus interviews, and information sessions.
• Coordinate and participate in the interview process, ensuring a consistent and high-quality experience for all candidates.
• Relationship Building:
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with law school career services, student organizations, and faculty members.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for university partners and potential candidates.
• Engage with alumni and current employees to leverage networks and enhance the recruitment process.
• Candidate Experience:
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Develop and implement onboarding programs for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition from student to professional life at the firm.
• Provide continuous support and guidance to candidates during the recruitment and onboarding phases.
• Program Management:
• Oversee the administration of summer associate programs, including planning events, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• Coordinate mentorship programs and other developmental opportunities for students and new hires.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of student programs and make recommendations for improvements.
• Data Management & Reporting:
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.
• Prepare and present reports on recruitment activities, outcomes, and trends to senior management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Diversity & Inclusion:
• Promote diversity and inclusion in recruitment efforts, ensuring a diverse pool of candidates.
• Develop initiatives to attract and retain students from underrepresented backgrounds.
• Collaborate with the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion team to align recruitment strategies with broader D&I goals.

$100,000 - $135,000 a year