Recruiting Coordinator

Attorney Professional Development and Recruiting Coordinator

This role supports the full cycle of attorney recruiting and professional development. You’ll coordinate key hiring activities, assist with onboarding, and manage attorney training and evaluation programs. The position also provides opportunities to contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and firmwide professional development efforts.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with recruiting leadership to implement hiring strategies and maintain candidate records
• Schedule interviews, manage due diligence checks, and support attorney onboarding
• Organize orientation programs and provide ongoing support to new hires
• Assist with planning and execution of summer associate and clerkship programs
• Track attorney statistics and maintain relevant data for recruiting and development purposes
• Manage continuing legal education (CLE/MCLE) requirements and compliance
• Support attorney review and evaluation processes, including data collection and meeting coordination
• Contribute to attorney development initiatives, mentoring programs, and DE&I activities
• Coordinate professional development programming, trainings, and events
• Maintain accurate attorney records and respond to roster requests

What You’ll Need

• At least 2 years of experience in attorney recruiting, professional development, or professional services
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Knowledge of MCLE requirements and experience with CLE management tools is a plus
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and video conferencing platforms
• Attention to detail and follow-up skills in a fast-paced environment
• Initiative, adaptability, and comfort working with multiple departments

Why Apply
This position offers the chance to play a direct role in shaping attorney growth and success. It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both the organizational side of recruiting and the long-term impact of professional development. You’ll gain exposure to firmwide projects, be involved in high-visibility initiatives, and develop expertise in attorney talent management.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a collaborative legal talent team, apply today.

*This pay range represents Avata Partners’ good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location. 

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances. Avata Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.