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Assistant, Legal Recruiting

Los Angeles, CA
Full-Time

Job Description

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Legal Recruiting (LR) Assistant provides key administrative, operational, and logistical support to the Legal Recruiting team and Hiring Partner. This role supports the firm's efforts to attract, recruit, and hire highly qualified law students and experienced attorneys and helps ensure an efficient and positive candidate experience throughout the recruiting process.

What You Will Do:

  • Maintain recruiting databases and systems, including candidate data entry, reporting, interview tracking, evaluations and record management for lateral and summer associate candidates.

  • Assist with all aspects of lateral recruiting and law student recruiting, including interview scheduling, candidate communications, file management, expense processing, and onboarding support.

  • Assist in planning and executing recruiting programs and law school recruiting events, including logistics, attorney participation, hiring committee coordination, and post-offer engagement.

  • Support the Summer Associate Program through event planning, communications, training logistics, evaluations, and other program initiatives.

  • Prepare interview schedules, coordinate candidate visits, greet candidates, collect feedback, and compile evaluation summaries.

  • Draft offer and declination letters.

  • Process recruiting-related expenses, manage departmental materials and supplies, and assist with other administrative duties as needed.

  • Partner with internal departments to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new attorneys and summer associates.

Who You Are:

  • Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm or law school career services setting.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), recruiting databases, and leveraging AI tools responsibly.

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional, responsive, and collegial demeanor.

  • Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information.

  • Self-starter with strong initiative; able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

  • Occasional travel

#LI-NC1

Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Retirement & Savings Plan

  • Emergency back-up child and adult care

  • Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

  • Employee recognition and reward programs

  • Employee wellness and assistance programs

  • Employee discounts and perks


This position is eligible for overtime: Yes

The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $55,000.00-$65,000.00PDN-a252d257-b71a-4554-ac1c-836b2b60a8c9

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Legal Recruiting (LR) Assistant provides key administrative, operational, and logistical support to the Legal Recruiting team and Hiring Partner. This role supports the firm's efforts to attract, recruit, and hire highly qualified law students and experienced attorneys and helps ensure an efficient and positive candidate experience throughout the recruiting process.

What You Will Do:

  • Maintain recruiting databases and systems, including candidate data entry, reporting, interview tracking, evaluations and record management for lateral and summer associate candidates.

  • Assist with all aspects of lateral recruiting and law student recruiting, including interview scheduling, candidate communications, file management, expense processing, and onboarding support.

  • Assist in planning and executing recruiting programs and law school recruiting events, including logistics, attorney participation, hiring committee coordination, and post-offer engagement.

  • Support the Summer Associate Program through event planning, communications, training logistics, evaluations, and other program initiatives.

  • Prepare interview schedules, coordinate candidate visits, greet candidates, collect feedback, and compile evaluation summaries.

  • Draft offer and declination letters.

  • Process recruiting-related expenses, manage departmental materials and supplies, and assist with other administrative duties as needed.

  • Partner with internal departments to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new attorneys and summer associates.

Who You Are:

  • Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm or law school career services setting.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), recruiting databases, and leveraging AI tools responsibly.

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing deadlines.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional, responsive, and collegial demeanor.

  • Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information.

  • Self-starter with strong initiative; able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

  • Occasional travel

#LI-NC1

Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Retirement & Savings Plan

  • Emergency back-up child and adult care

  • Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

  • Employee recognition and reward programs

  • Employee wellness and assistance programs

  • Employee discounts and perks


This position is eligible for overtime: Yes

The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $55,000.00-$65,000.00PDN-a252d257-b71a-4554-ac1c-836b2b60a8c9

About Goodwin Procter

At Goodwin, we partner with our clients to practice law with integrity, ingenuity, agility and ambition. Our 1,600+ lawyers across 13 locations in the United States, Europe and Asia excel at complex transactions, high-stakes litigation and world-class advisory services in the technology, life sciences, real estate, private equity, and financial industries. Our unique combination of deep experience serving both the innovators and investors in a rapidly changing, technology-driven economy sets us apart.

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Jul 23, 2026
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