Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Greenberg Traurig in Chicago, IL

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with offices 15 countries around the world, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Attorney Recruiting Team as an Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator located in our Chicago office. We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, business-driven environment. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams between recruiting, human resources, shareholders and other teams and offices while delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in providing strategic recruitment solutions, driving success and anticipating needs. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based on a hybrid basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager. Position Summary: The Attorney Talent Acquisition Coordinator plays a key role by assisting the Attorney Talent Acquisition (Legal Recruitment) team carry out activities related to the recruiting and hiring of attorneys (summer associates, lateral, and alternative track career attorneys). Assists with other recruitment initiatives as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed, especially during peak student recruiting periods. Key Responsibilities: Assists the Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager, office Managing Shareholders, and Practice Group Leaders (PGLs) with the recruitment process for summer associates, lateral shareholder, lateral associates, and alternative track attorneys. Provides support for the on-campus recruiting process by preparing materials, scheduling callback interviews, following-up with attorneys, and coordinating appropriate communication to candidates. Oversees the day-to-day functions of the Summer Associate Program, including coordinating training, sourcing work assignments, compiling evaluations, planning social events, and other duties associated with the Program. Coordinates in-person or virtual interview schedules and gathers feedback on prospective candidates. Assists in drafting/updating job postings; reviews and processes resumes in the applicant tracking system and generate reports when necessary. Manages and updates applicant databases with relevant information and prepares offer letters. Interfaces effectively with candidates or legal search firms, provides candidate correspondence, and submits background checks requests. Assists manager by networking and partnering with career services to reach law students. Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: Skills & Competencies Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others. High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation. Recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality. Critical thinker with the ability to shift priorities and manage change with a positive. Education & Prior Experience Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or related field prefer