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Legal Recruiting Assistant

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
$65,000 - $70,000
United States, New York, New York
66 Hudson Boulevard East (Show on map)
Aug 14, 2025
LEGAL RECRUITING ASSISTANT *Legal Recruiting Department* Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is a premier law firm with market-leading practices, a global perspective and strong New York roots. Our clients look to us to bring a distinctively high degree of quality, intensity and creativity to resolve legal challenges effectively and cost efficiently. We believe in hiring talented and dedicated individuals as members of our administrative community. We draw on the strength of our culture and structure to deliver the best of our firm to our lawyers and clients through true collaboration. The firm is seeking a full-time Legal Recruiting Assistant to join our Legal Recruiting Department. This position reports to the Chief Legal Recruiting Officer. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Schedule interviews with lawyers for candidates. Assist with planning and execution of recruiting events such as 1L outreach, networking events and on-campus presentations. Support collection of summer associate evaluations and scheduling of mid-summer and departure meetings. Perform general duties (copying, scanning, mailings, expense reports) to ensure efficient departmental operations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities with keen attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with attorneys, candidates, and staff at all levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook. Preferred Qualifications: 1+ year of administrative, human resources or recruiting experience in a large law firm or professional services organization. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (e.g., ViRecruit). Experience organizing interview schedules and coordinating events. Law firm experience. To Apply: A resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. Please tell us where you saw this position posted and send required materials to: Taria Yarborough Senior HR Generalist Debevoise & Plimpton LLP Human Resources tkyarborough@debevoise.com 212-9090-6000