King & Spalding

Lateral Partner Recruiting Coordinator

King & Spalding$75K — $89K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills needed.
  • Ability to engage effectively with lawyers and diverse staff and candidates.
  • Strong facilitation and organizational skills to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is highly desirable.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in managing documents and data.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred; prior law firm or professional services experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares and coordinates weekly candidate interview schedules, adjusting as necessary based on partners' calendars.
  • Coordinates virtual interviews via Microsoft Teams, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Prepares and distributes candidate pre-interview materials and keeps them updated.
  • Sends and monitors completion of interview evaluation forms, following up as needed with partners.
  • Coordinates candidate travel and catering logistics for in-person interviews.
  • Assists Lateral Partner Recruiting Directors during candidate office visits, including greeting candidates.
  • Maintains tracking sheets and stats on lateral candidates, providing updates as required.

Benefits

  • Total compensation package including bonuses and raises based on merit.
  • Participation in a comprehensive health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
  • Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Lateral Partner Recruiting Coordinator to join our Atlanta, Chicago, New York, or Washington, DC office. This person, working with others, will coordinate interview schedules for lateral partner candidates and will also assist with various logistics surrounding the lateral partner interview process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Prepares and coordinates multiple candidate interview schedules weekly; anticipates partners' needs based on calendars and adjusts interview schedules as needed.
  • Coordinates virtual interviews by Microsoft Teams; ensures interviews are started, monitored and executed flawlessly.
  • Prepares and sends candidate pre-interview materials alongside meeting reminders; updates and maintains candidate materials on an ongoing basis.
  • Sends interview evaluation forms to internal partners and monitors completion of evaluation forms; follows up with partners as needed based on Lateral Lead's requests.
  • Coordinates candidate travel via Travel Department and catering needs for in person interviews and meetings.
  • Coordinates with Lateral Partner Recruiting Directors and Associate Directors during candidate visits to their offices; greets candidates as needed.
  • Works across all candidates, both domestic and our European, Middle East and Asia-Pacific offices.
  • Maintains lateral partner tracking sheets as appropriate, including contacting Lateral Leads for regular updates.
  • Maintains all stats on lateral candidates including start date; position; previous employment, etc. Using this data to provide reports as requested by the Lateral Team.
  • Ensures all lateral partner candidates are entered into Lawcruit (application tracking database) accurately. Raising with Lateral Leads if there is any historic data related to an application.
  • Coordinates with headhunters when needed and maintains search firm agreements.
  • Processes expense reimbursements and invoices in Chrome River.
  • Additional duties as requested.


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to communicate well with lawyers, candidates, all levels of administrative staff, and contacts outside the firm.
  • Possess excellent facilitation and organizational skills, with the ability to work proactively, to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining poise under pressure.
  • Strong experience across Excel and PowerPoint is highly desirable.
  • Attention to detail is highly important in this role.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred; law firm and/or professional services experience as well as recruiting experience is preferred.


The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance. All full-time Business Services employees may participate in King & Spalding's comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Pay Transparency Range:

Chicago: The anticipated full-time annualized salary range is $66,000 - $80,000.

New York: The anticipated full-time annualized salary range is $75,000 - $89,000.

Washington, D.C.: The anticipated full-time annualized salary range is $72,000 - $85,000.

The salary offer will be contingent upon various factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, market data, job location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

About King & Spalding

Celebrating more than 125 years of service, King & Spalding is an international law firm that represents a broad array of clients, including half of the Fortune Global 100, with 800 lawyers in 17 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The firm also represents hundreds of clients with new ventures and mid-sized companies in emerging industries.

King & Spalding Careers

There has never been a better time to explore the job opportunities at King & Spalding, a premier legal institution with a global footprint. This company stands out not only for its legal expertise but also for its commitment to growth, leadership, and innovation in the legal field.

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Join King & Spalding’s distinguished team to assist some of the most influential businesses and organizations worldwide. At King & Spalding, professionals are at the forefront of legal services, driving change across industries through a combination of deep legal expertise and broad industry knowledge. Transform the legal landscape with King & Spalding, where the culture of leadership and professional growth fosters an environment ripe for innovation and significant career advancement. Engage with a team of experts who are leaders in their fields, providing insights and solutions that redefine how legal challenges are addressed.

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Join a team that values diversity, inclusion, and professional development. King & Spalding is known for its collaborative environment, where skills are honed, and knowledge is shared. The firm’s global scale and leadership in legal services make it a powerhouse in the industry.

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