Job Description
Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant (EMEA)
Leading US law firm is seeking a Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant to join its supportive and highly professional team. This varied role will support the firm’s EMEA recruiting and professional development programmes and offers excellent exposure and autonomy within a fast-paced international environment.
* Competitive salary + superb employee benefits
* 9:00am – 5:30pm working hours
* Flexible hybrid working (4 days in the office / 1 day remote)
* Free office lunch on Wednesdays
* Stunning London offices
Key Responsibilities of the Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant (EMEA):
* Key point of contact for internal and external graduate recruitment and development queries
* Support the Coordinator and Managers with lateral recruitment activities, including interview scheduling
* Process invoices and work with the Coordinator and Managers to track recruitment and development costs
* Assist with the coordination of Vacation Schemes, recruitment programmes, training contract and apprenticeship processes
* Support onboarding and leaver administration for Vacation Scheme students, including records and pre-employment checks
* Maintain liaison with future trainees and assist with trainee induction coordination
* Monitor the graduate recruitment inbox and maintain recruitment databases, spreadsheets, and trackers across EMEA
* Provide administrative support for mentoring and training programmes, including scheduling, materials, room bookings, and catering arrangements
Skills & Requirements of the Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Assistant (EMEA):
* Previous administrative experience within a law firm
* Proven ability to work in a team environment with business professionals and lawyers
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with experience using Apply4Law (preferred) or similar recruitment systems
* International outlook with strong cultural awareness
* Willingness to travel as required for law fairs