Legal Recruiting Assistant - Seasonal

Recruiting Location

US-DC-Washington D.C.

Department

Human Resources

Summary

A 6 week temporary position supporting the Legal Recruiting department during their busy recruiting season.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assisting Legal Recruiting with organizing events, projects and administrative tasks.
This person will assist with the tracking, filing, and maintenance of the recruiting database, including inputting of interview schedules and creation of offer and rejection letters.
- This person will have frequent contact with the Summer Associates through emails and telephone conversations.
- This person will be required to perform various clerical functions such as tracking budget expenditures, scheduling Hiring Committee and summer program meetings, and preparing materials for the program as needed.
- Additionally, this team member will assist in planning the Summer Program events, and is expected to attend such events.
- In preparation for law school recruiting, this person will prepare interview binders and giveaways, create materials for callback offers, and attend offer decision meetings.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
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Strong organizational and communication skill
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Excellent organizational skills
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Excellent attention to detail
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The use of good judgment and good interpersonal communication skills
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Well developed analytical and problem solving skills
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Works harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team
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A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job
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Exercises confidentiality and discretion
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Proofread accurately
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Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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