Legal Recruiting Coordinator – Great Work/Life Balance

Company:  Hawthorne Lane
Location: Washington
Closing Date: 23/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

As the Legal Recruiting Coordinator of this DC law firm, you will be assisting with full-cycle attorney recruiting responsibilities and professional development initiatives. This busy team is looking for a proactive, self-motivated individual; someone who can manage complex moving parts and does not let important details slip through the cracks. Some of these duties will include scheduling interviews, managing calendars, processing expense reports, managing projects, and spearheading recruiting activities. If you put 110% into your job and aren’t afraid of challenges, this may be the opportunity for you!


About the Job:

  • Assist with the summer associate program, including orientation, work assignments, and evaluations.
  • Provide support for the attorney recruitment process, including scheduling interviews, planning events, facilitating feedback, and preparing offer letters.
  • Coordinate and administer on-campus interview program.
  • Maintain files and draft correspondence.

About the Culture:

  • Headquartered in Washington, DC with newly renovated offices and a hybrid-friendly work schedule with two days in-office per week.
  • Enjoy a collaborative and team-centric environment.
  • A robust benefits package includes health insurance, generous 401(k) contribution, 25 days of PTO, and a transportation subsidy.

About You:

  • Experienced. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required. Minimum two of more years of law firm recruiting or HR experience.
  • Effective. You will be working closely with busy professionals, so excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must.
  • MS Office advanced. You know the ins and outs of the MS Office Suite; you’re exceptionally proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Detail-oriented. You understand the importance of paying close attention to details.


Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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