Chicago - Temporary (Summer) Law Student Recruiting Assistant

Temporary Law Student Recruiting Assistant

Winston & Strawn LLP is seeking a Temporary (Summer) Law Student Recruiting Assistant to support the Attorney Recruiting & Integration department in administering the summer associate program and coordinating entry-level recruitment efforts. This position is based in the Chicago office and requires full-time, in-office attendance five days per week from May through August. The hourly rate for this position is $25.00.

About Us

Winston & Strawn is a leading global law firm offering an exciting opportunity for business professionals to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic environment. We are committed to excellence, diversity, and professional growth, providing a platform for individuals to advance their careers. Our collegial culture emphasizes teamwork in delivering high-quality legal services, valuing the contributions of all our business professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of the summer associate program and entry-level hiring process.
• Coordinate the Summer Associate Program, including orientation, training, social events, assignment tracking, and file preparation for multiple offices.
• Support calendar management for the summer program events and training.
• Accurately input and monitor evaluation information in the recruitment database.
• Diligently update candidate information and statuses within the recruitment database.
• Route necessary applicant information and data to appropriate Attorney Recruiting & Integration team members.
• Help update law student recruiting related data and materials.
• Prepare, update, and send interview schedules, greet candidates, solicit feedback, and prepare electronic interview files.
• Prepare surveys, maintain information in charts, and provide statistical hiring data to the Attorney Recruiting & Integration team.
• Assist in planning and coordinating in-person events and receptions.
• Schedule conference rooms and coordinate related services/materials for new associate onboarding and orientation.
• Process candidate and incoming associate expense reimbursements.
• Assist with GPA calculations for candidate files.
• Assist with special firm-wide projects and provide administrative support as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or active enrollment in undergraduate university required.
• At least one year of experience as an Administrative Assistant in a professional services environment preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to apply.

Competencies

• Technology savvy, resourceful, and strong PC skills including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience working with an Applicant Tracking System preferred.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes while managing current responsibilities.
• Proficiency and experience with social media outlets such as LinkedIn preferred.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work with accuracy and a strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills for effective communication via multiple channels while maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational, follow-up, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and excellent multi-tasking ability.
• Self-motivated, energetic, self-starter with excellent client service skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel and project a strong and positive image of the firm.
• Ability to interact and function as part of a team, demonstrating cooperation, adaptability, flexibility, courtesy, and acceptance of feedback.
• Must be available for work outside of normal schedule hours, with definite extra hours during the Summer Program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Key skills/competency

• Administrative Support
• Recruitment Coordination
• Summer Associate Program Management
• Database Management
• Event Planning
• Onboarding
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Attention to Detail
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills