Recruiting Assistant

About The Company

Fisher Phillips is a leading national law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services to employers across various industries. Renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence, Fisher Phillips offers a dynamic and innovative environment where legal professionals can thrive. The firm emphasizes professional growth, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace that values integrity, teamwork, and client service. With a strong reputation for handling complex employment law matters, Fisher Phillips serves a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s strategic approach combines legal expertise with practical solutions, ensuring clients receive effective and efficient representation. As part of its ongoing commitment to attracting top talent, Fisher Phillips continually invests in its recruiting initiatives to build a high-performing team dedicated to legal excellence and exceptional client service.

About The Role

The Associate, Counsel, and Law Student Division at Fisher Phillips is seeking a highly organized and proactive Attorney Recruiting Assistant to support its recruiting efforts across multiple levels, including lateral attorneys, entry-level candidates, and law students participating in the Summer Clerk Program. This full-time position offers the flexibility of remote work or a hybrid setup in Southern California, with the option to work from a Fisher Phillips office if preferred. The role is integral to the firm’s talent acquisition strategy, ensuring a seamless and professional recruiting experience for candidates and internal stakeholders alike. The successful candidate will work closely with the West Coast Manager of Attorney Recruiting and the Director of Attorney Recruiting, assisting with various administrative, logistical, and program-specific tasks. This position demands excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. The role provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in legal recruiting, develop professional relationships within the legal industry, and contribute to the firm’s continued success in attracting top legal talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• 1–2 years of experience in legal recruiting, professional services, or a corporate environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with applicant tracking systems such as viRecruit or similar platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the capacity to work collaboratively
• Willingness to work additional hours during peak recruiting periods as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director and West Coast Manager of Attorney Recruiting, including managing correspondence, calendars, and scheduling logistics
• Aid in processing expense reports and check requests through systems like Chrome River
• Prepare reports and respond to ad hoc data requests and surveys related to recruiting activities
• Cook up interview schedules, meetings, and logistics for virtual and in-person candidate interviews
• Support the onboarding process for lateral attorney hires, ensuring a smooth transition
• Maintain accurate candidate files and databases, updating status and tracking information diligently
• Aid in law school outreach efforts, including participation in job fairs, panels, and networking events
• Support the execution of the Summer Clerk Program, including logistics and event coordination
• Manage on-campus interview logistics, including resume packet preparation, scheduling, and follow-up
• Update and maintain recruiting data within the applicant tracking system to ensure accuracy
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the firm’s recruiting goals

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing
• Paid time off, including 15 days of PTO and sick leave as applicable
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Wellness programs and access to 24/7 telehealth services
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a collaborative environment
• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to support your role

Equal Opportunity

Fisher Phillips is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, age, disability, or any other protected class under applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively and creates a positive, innovative work environment. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.