Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator, Partners & Counsel
McDermott Will & Schulte · Chicago, IL
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- Full-time
- $110,000 / year
- Chicago, IL
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Job highlights
- Coordinate global lateral partner recruiting processes.
- Ensure exceptional candidate experience.
- Manage candidate records and schedules.
- Collaborate with leadership and search firms.
- Lead recruitment projects and initiatives.
About the role
About McDermott Will & Schulte
Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With Us, You’ll Find
- A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
- Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
- Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
- Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator, Partners & Counsel supports the lateral partner recruiting process globally. This position coordinates the recruiting process for the candidates and works with the partner recruiting team and search firms to ensure an exceptional and seamless experience. The partner recruiting team is a highly valued function within the firm, working closely with firm leadership to help ensure the Firm’s needs based and strategic partner and counsel hiring goals are met. The Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator, Partners & Counsel plays an integral role in the success of the department through collaboration, quick problem solving and being an ambassador for the firm. The partner recruiting team is looking for an ambitious, thoughtful, and agile individual who thrives in a team environment to play a key role in the continued and future success of the team. The Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator, Partners & Counsel works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgment and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
- Organize, facilitate, and schedule lateral partner interviews and internal and external outreach consistent with firm standards with limited oversight and effectively accounting for nuances
- Update and maintain partner candidate records and schedules within various applicant tracking systems
- Reviews and refines interview schedules to optimize efficiency and candidate experience
- Organizes interview schedules successfully by effectively accounting for nuances with limited oversight
- Assist the Partner Recruiting Team with candidate due diligence, compiling feedback, and internal communications to ensure an exceptional candidate experience
- Maintains a strong understanding of the partner recruiting process and proposes next steps to move candidacies forward
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients including attorneys, staff, outside agencies, and other recruiters and is comfortable speaking to firm priorities and processes, tailoring messaging to the appropriate audience
- Leads strategic projects related to the overall recruitment process as assigned
- This position requires a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office
Job Specifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- At least three (3) years of related recruiting experience in a legal environment
- 1-2 years of Partner Recruiting experience preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
- Ability to exercise good judgement in relation to handling confidential information
Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range
$83,000 - $110,000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hearEmployee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
Key skills/competency
- Talent Acquisition
- Partner Recruiting
- Legal Recruiting
- Candidate Experience
- Recruiting Coordination
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Interview Scheduling
- Client Relations
- Confidentiality
- Project Leadership
Skills & topics
- Talent Acquisition
- Recruiting Coordinator
- Partner Recruiting
- Legal Recruiting
- Lateral Hiring
- Attorney Recruitment
- Law Firm
- Hiring Process
- Candidate Experience
- Recruitment Operations
- Microsoft Office
- Applicant Tracking System
- Confidentiality
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your recruiting experience, especially in legal environments, and emphasize partner recruiting achievements.
- Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize your organizational abilities, communication skills, and experience with applicant tracking systems.
- Demonstrate understanding: Express your knowledge of the legal recruiting process and your ability to handle confidential information.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in fast-paced environments and how you ensure a seamless candidate experience.
- Highlight initiative: Showcase your ability to work independently and lead strategic projects within recruitment.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator role at McDermott Will & Schulte?
- The Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator at McDermott Will & Schulte primarily supports the global lateral partner recruiting process, coordinating interviews, managing candidate information, and ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and stakeholders.
- What specific experience is required for the Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator position?
- This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of related recruiting experience in a legal environment. Experience with partner recruiting is preferred.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator, Partners & Counsel?
- Key responsibilities include organizing and scheduling lateral partner interviews, updating candidate records in applicant tracking systems, assisting with candidate due diligence, and developing relationships with internal and external clients.
- How does McDermott Will & Schulte support career growth for its employees?
- McDermott Will & Schulte invests in employee development by offering outstanding career opportunities, robust benefits that support physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, and a culture that prioritizes learning and advancement.
- What is the work arrangement for this Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator role?
- This position requires a minimum of three days per week in the office, indicating a hybrid work arrangement.
- What software proficiency is expected for this role?
- Candidates should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, as these tools are essential for daily tasks and communication.
- How does McDermott Will & Schulte ensure a positive candidate experience?
- McDermott Will & Schulte emphasizes an exceptional and seamless experience by meticulously coordinating interviews, maintaining clear communication, performing thorough candidate due diligence, and being an ambassador for the firm's values.
- What qualities is McDermott Will & Schulte looking for in a Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator?
- The firm is seeking an ambitious, thoughtful, and agile individual who thrives in a team environment, demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, and can effectively manage confidential information.