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Human Resources – Recruiting Assistant

  • Location: New York, New York
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #176

Human Resources – Recruiting Assistant

Location: New York, NY

The Organization: Top U.S. Based Multinational Law Firm

Summary: Top-ranked multinational law firm is seeking an Assistant to support the needs of the Firm-wide Human Resources team

Salary & Benefits: Base salary to $50,000 base, plus paid overtime, generous bonus; medical, dental and vision coverage; transit program; gym membership discounts; generous paid time off; retirement w/ excellent match; life insurance; exceptional work culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support, such as answering/screening calls, organizing applicant documents, setting up virtual meetings, sending testing requirements to candidates and other logistical items for staff recruitment 
  • Partner with Senior Management in the on-boarding of staff and assist with other duties including developing orientation packages, annual open enrollments, planning events, etc.
  • Conduct reference, employment and background verification; liaise with appropriate vendors 
  • Maintain applicant tracking system to identify qualified candidates for open positions; utilize outside sourcing resources to identify candidates 
  • Assist with firm-wide initiatives including health & wellness and diversity, equity & inclusion
  • Keep up to date with date with state, federal and firm HR policies 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • 1+ year of fast-paced recruiting experience; preferably in legal or finance
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, good judgement, highly organized, and strong attention to detail are required
  • Must be able to multi-task, maintain confidentiality, and act as a team player