Honigman LLP | Attorney Recruitment Assistant

Honigman is a premier business law firm with an international practice. Consistently recognized in West Michigan as one of the Best and Brightest Places to Work, we earned this recognition by recruiting attorneys and staff members with outstanding credentials. We are looking for a Attorney Recruitment Assistant for our Detroit Office. In addition to Detroit, we have offices in Bloomfield Hills MI, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Washington D.C. and Chicago, IL. With more than 350 attorneys working in 60 different areas of concentration, Honigman provides timely and cost-effective counsel to clients in numerous industries. Honigman is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Attorney Recruitment Assistant to join our dynamic Attorney Development and Recruitment team. This position plays a key role in supporting the recruitment and onboarding of legal talent, including law students, lateral attorneys, and summer associates. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills. RESPONSIBILITIES Recruiting SupportAssist in coordinating all aspects of the legal recruiting process, including scheduling interviews, collecting candidate materials, and communicating with candidates.Maintain the applicant tracking system (viRecruit) and ensure accurate and up-to-date candidate records.Prepare and distribute recruiting-related correspondence, including offer letters, interview schedules, and follow-up communications.Support the planning and execution of "precruiting," on-campus interview (OCI) programs, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and event logistics.Help organize firm-hosted recruiting events, such as receptions and networking activities.Onboarding and IntegrationCoordinate pre-employment processes for new hires, including background checks and conflicts checks.Assist in preparing orientation schedules and materials for new associates and summer associates.Function as a point of contact for incoming hires, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience.Summer Associate ProgramProvide administrative support for the summer associate program, including event planning, tracking assignments, and gathering feedback.Assist with coordinating summer associate reviews and mid-summerend-of-summer evaluations.General Administrative SupportPrepare reports and summaries related to recruiting metrics and initiatives.Respond to internal and external inquiries about the recruiting process in a timely and professional manner.Collaborate with team members on department projects and initiatives as needed.Assist with updating and maintaining various department tracking documents.Process expenses, invoices, and check requests through Chrome River. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.1-2 years of experience in legal recruiting, human resources, or a related field is a plus.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Ability to handle confidential information with dependent, self-motivated, and the ability to take initiative on tasks.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with recruiting software or applicant tracking systems is a plus.Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Flexibility to work overtime as necessary to meet business needs. Honigman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, and termination.

Created: 2025-01-20