Legal Recruiting Specialist Munger, Tolles & Olson Los Angeles, CA Job Description Legal Recruiting Specialist Position Type:

Full Time Exempt Hybrid Flexible (2-3 Days On-site) In-Office Based on

Business Needs Location:

Los Angeles Salary Range:

$82,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually The Legal Recruiting Specialist role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today's world. -

JOB SUMMARY:

In conjunction with the Legal Recruiting Operations Manager and Director of Legal Recruiting, the Legal Recruiting Specialist provides targeted operational support across lateral and judicial clerkship recruiting, attorney onboarding, and data management. This role will also contribute to the broader needs of the legal recruitment team.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Partner with the Legal Recruiting Operations Manager to support all aspects of the lateral and judicial clerkship recruitment process, including: Coordinating and scheduling interviews, as needed. Managing candidate data and documentation by maintaining offers, preparing grade calculations, and preparing application materials. Support all aspects of judicial clerkship receptions, including outreach to federal clerks, invitation management, RSVP tracking, event logistics, and post-event data collection. Manage the full-cycle onboarding process for new attorneys, including initial communications, conflict checks, background screenings, expense processing, and system updates in ViRecruit and Workday; maintain documentation and coordinate internal department communications. Support data management and reporting efforts by coordinating survey submissions (e.g., NALP, Chambers, Vault), maintaining recruitment data, and responding to internal and external information requests. Performs other projects and tasks as assigned. TOOLS Microsoft Office - Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, OneNote Workday - HRIS ViRecruit

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred. 3-5 years related experience particularly with a law firm or other professional services company. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, OneNote, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word). Knowledge of SharePoint to enhance data sharing and/or create SharePoint site content. Fluency with ViRecruit and Workday preferred. Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and composure in challenging circumstances. Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively develop and maintain partnerships with attorneys, professionals, management and peers while providing excellent customer service as a trusted resource. Ability to be available, as needed, to work extended hours, nights, weekends. Knowledge of recruiting best practices and procedures as well as relevant laws and regulations with ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments, using judgment and initiative to accomplish results as well as meet service or goal commitments for campus recruitment. Ability to find creative solutions and avenues to solve operational and strategic issues of law school recruitment. Proficiency in using social media platforms to promote the firm's recruiting efforts. Ability to develop and analyze reports and projections regarding market trends in, legal recruiting and retention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Writing, typing, reading, speaking, hearing, seeing, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Quiet office environment in a high-rise building, seated the majority of the time. Direct Reports None

COMPETENCIES

Communicates effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Being resilient Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Instills trust Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Customer focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Drives results Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Situational adaptability Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Cultivates innovation Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Interpersonal savvy Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Organizational savvy Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics. Action Oriented Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. The Legal Recruiting Specialist role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today's world. - About Munger, Tolles & Olson Munger, Tolles & Olson has topped The American Lawyer's A-List a record ten times, and maintains the highest average A-List ranking in the history of the award. We strive to hire only the most qualified and creative lawyers. We believe that clerkships provide valuable experience. In this regard, about 80% of our attorneys served as law clerks to federal or state judges and sixteen attorneys were clerks to U.S. Supreme Court Justices. We recruit and retain the best professional talent to support our Attorneys with a focus on service and excellence. We have a full spectrum of functional positions including Information Technology, Information Security, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal Support, and Marketing. - MTO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles (for example, braids, locks, and twists), color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, marital or domestic partner status, parental or family care status, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability or medical condition, genetic characteristic, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. It is the policy of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP to prohibit discrimination, unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment), and retaliation. This commitment prohibits such conduct by any individual involved in MTO's operations and by anyone doing business with or on behalf of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP. - Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP (MTO) does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd parties or agencies. Any unsolicited resumes and profiles received from 3rd parties or agencies will be considered property of MTO and no fees will be due or paid. If you wish to become an approved Agency with MTO, please contact a member of the MTO Talent Acquisition Team.