Senior Legal Recruitment Coordinator

My client, a leading international law firm, with a large presence in the US, is looking to recruit a Senior Legal Recruitment Coordinator to join their wider Recruitment team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing and collaborative recruitment function within a globally recognised professional services environment. The role will play a key part in supporting lateral hiring activity across multiple practice areas, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience for candidates and stakeholders alike. Reporting into the Legal Recruitment Manager, you will provide end-to-end coordination support across the lateral recruitment lifecycle, partnering closely with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and candidates. This is a fast-paced, highly visible role, requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support lateral associate recruitment across a range of practice areas in London and internationally
• Build and maintain strong relationships with search firms and external recruitment partners
• Process, track, and manage candidate applications and submissions
• Assist with CV screening and shortlisting, ensuring high-quality candidate pipelines
• Coordinate and schedule interviews (both in-person and virtual), including logistics, room bookings, and candidate management
• Act as a key point of contact for candidates, ensuring a seamless and professional experience throughout the process
• Collect and track interview feedback, supporting decision-making processes
• Manage pre-employment processes, including documentation, background checks, and onboarding coordination
• Support job posting activity both internally and externally
• Monitor agency agreements, track supplier terms, and oversee recruitment-related costs and invoices
• Maintain accurate recruitment data, reports, and trackers, providing insight where required
• Support the wider recruitment team on projects and initiatives, including graduate recruitment when needed

About You:

• Degree-educated (or equivalent)
• 3–5 years’ experience in a recruitment coordination or talent acquisition role within a professional services environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems and managing high-volume recruitment activity
• A proactive, self-starting mindset with a strong sense of ownership
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships and deliver a high level of service
• Additional language skills (particularly French) would be beneficial

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a prestigious, international environment, working alongside experienced recruitment professionals and gaining exposure to high-quality legal hiring. You will be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your contribution will have real impact, and where there are strong opportunities for progression and development.