Legal Recruiting Assistant - Temporary

Gunderson Dettmer is the only business law firm of its kind - exclusively serving the global venture capital and emerging technology marketplace. With 400 attorneys in eleven offices - from Silicon Valley to Singapore - we innovate for innovators, accelerate entrepreneurship, and help build companies at every stage of the growth lifecycle.  We are committed to being the employer of choice by working together to create an environment, in which each of our people can grow, take initiative, and develop a fun, fulfilling and financially rewarding career. 

Job Description

Gunderson Dettmer has an opening for a temporary Legal Recruiting Assistant to support our Legal Recruiting team. The duration of this assignment is anticipated to be six months and there is a potential to convert to permanent hire at the end of the assignment. This is a hybrid position in the Redwood City office of Gunderson Dettmer, but will support multiple offices. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate seeking to learn about recruiting in a law firm environment. The ideal candidate will thrive on working closely with others and enjoy multitasking to collaborate on various projects.  

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with and maintaining candidate and training databases, including correspondence to candidates and recruiters, collecting evaluations, data entry and generating reports.
• Assist in planning and organizing summer associate program events, including tracking invoices and expenses, managing RSVP counts, and tracking summer associate files (evaluations, work assignments, transcripts).
• Prepare documents and correspondence, including outreach to law school career services and student organizations.
• Prepare interview materials specifically for OCI, including scheduling interviews, coordinating logistics, and ensuring smooth execution of the OCI process.
• Assist with updating department calendars and manage the team’s inbox, including organizing incoming correspondences and ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
• Schedule interviews and manage logistics, including conference room reservations, catering and video conference logistics, and circulating calendar invitations.
• Host candidates during interviews, including greeting in-person candidates and facilitating their interview schedule throughout the day.

 Job Requirements

• Prior human resources, professional development, recruiting, event planning or administrative experience in an office environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, with knowledge of Excel.
• Experience with recruiting databases such as ViRecruit preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• The use of good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work across multiple offices and to occasionally be available to do overtime, as needed.

Educational Requirements

• BS/BA degree.

Status

• Full-Time, Temporary

The expected pay range is $30-$35/hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience. 

Gunderson Dettmer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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