Steptoe LLP · 13 hours ago
Entry-Level Recruiting Specialist
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$75K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expSteptoe LLP is a law firm seeking an Entry-Level Recruiting Specialist to manage on-campus recruitment and support various recruiting initiatives. The role involves building relationships with law schools, overseeing summer associate programs, and coordinating judicial clerk hiring.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of on-campus recruitment: OCI registration, resume screening, interview scheduling, callbacks, offer dinners, job fairs, and campus outreach
Build strong relationships with law school career services and coordinate outreach initiatives
Organize and participate in Hiring Committee meetings, discussions, and offer decisions
Act as liaison between the firm and candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience
Analyze recruiting trends and implement strategies to source top talent
Oversee onboarding, training, social events, assignments, and evaluations for summer associates
Maintain consistent communication with summer associates regarding program details, housing, and logistics
Ensure the program delivers a high-quality and engaging experience
Support Recruiting Committee in offer decisions and feedback processes
Coordinate recruitment for judicial clerks, including outreach, scheduling, and candidate communications
Maintain relationships with former clerks to build a strong candidate pipeline
Organize clerk-focused recruiting events, panels, and networking initiatives
Maintain communication with prior summer associates transitioning to full-time roles
Coordinate practice group placement with practice group leaders
Serve as primary contact for incoming associates on placement, bar admission, relocation, and start dates
Partner with onboarding staff to ensure smooth integration
Conduct year-end reporting and analyze recruiting data (yields, ROI, summer program outcomes)
Present recommendations to leadership for improving recruitment strategies
Maintain records and refine technology tools to support recruiting goals
Conduct competitive market research and maintain industry data
Represent the firm at events, conferences, and law school programs
Support associate integration and engagement through events and initiatives
Respond to firm-related communications outside of standard business hours when necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma required
Minimum 3 years of law firm recruiting experience
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
Flexible and adaptable to changes in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Dependent care
Health care flexible spending accounts
401K Plan
Profit-Sharing
Paid Time-Off
A robust Wellness Program
Company
Steptoe LLP
In more than 100 years of practice, Steptoe* has earned an international reputation for vigorous representation of clients before governmental agencies, successful advocacy in litigation and arbitration, and creative and practical advice in structuring business transactions.
1001-5000 employees
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Partner
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