Legal Staff Human Resources in Grand Haven, MI

Law Firm

Grand Haven, MI

Legal Staff Human Resources in Grand Haven, MI

Legal Staff

3-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Recruiting and Professional Development Specialist
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Experience: 3-5 years of legal recruiting or professional services industry experience preferred

Job Description:
The Recruiting and Professional Development Specialist at a leading law firm will be responsible for the firm's recruitment efforts, including hiring of law students, entry-level and experienced attorneys. This full-time position, based in any of the firm's Michigan offices, will also involve coordinating the summer associate program, managing attorney professional development, and supporting various initiatives within the firm. The ideal candidate for this role will have a professional demeanor, excellent organizational skills, and a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in legal recruiting or a related field.

Responsibilities:
- Coordinate lateral hiring processes, including drafting offer letters and scheduling interviews
- Manage candidate due diligence and maintain accurate records and hiring reports
- Serve as a primary point of contact for law school career services offices
- Plan and organize law school-related events and manage summer associate events and communications
- Develop and facilitate orientation for new lateral associates, counsel, and partners
- Coordinate office assignments and manage new hire paperwork and relocation expenses
- Plan and coordinate associate social events and support other attorney development initiatives

Required Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and MS Teams
- Professional demeanor and ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, legal studies, or a related field preferred
- 3-5 years of legal recruiting or professional services industry experience is ideal

Join the team at a leading law firm and take on a key role in recruiting and professional development. Apply for the Recruiting and Professional Development Specialist position today.