Key Responsibilities
- Maintain candidate records and application statuses in VI-Desktop, Flo Recruit and Workday.
- Prepare lateral candidate packets and manage recruiting documentation, including fee agreements and search firm onboarding.
- Post attorney openings and maintain recruiting system data.
- Coordinate interview logistics, including scheduling, conference room reservations, candidate travel, meals, security access, and AV/Zoom setup.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates during office visits, including greeting candidates, reviewing schedules, and facilitating a seamless interview experience.
- Distribute interview materials and evaluation forms and track completion.
- Manage background check, conflicts clearance, and onboarding processes for lateral hires.
- Coordinate new hire integration communications with Section Chairs, Hiring Partners, DAPs, and other stakeholders.
- Provide coverage for recruiting coordination functions and lead recruiting operations in the absence of the Recruiting Coordinator.
- Assist with recruiting projects and administrative initiatives as needed.
Reporting Relationship: The Lateral Recruiting Assistant reports directly to the Manager of Lateral Recruiting.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 1-3 years of recruiting, HR, legal recruiting, or administrative experience preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook; Vi Desktop & Flo Recruit a plus but not required.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and attention to detail.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to move around the office up to 15% of the time to make copies, fax, file, etc. Remains stationary at least 85% of the time. When coordinating/attending special events, might be required to move around up to 100% of the time. This position operates computers and other office productivity machines (e.g., fax machine, copier, printer, etc.) on a regular basis. Occasionally required to move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs. This position requires constant communication and exchange of information with the Firm attorneys, clients and staff. This position must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time.
Working Conditions:
Hybrid office environment on a 4:1 in-office schedule
Salary Range:
The expected salary range for this position is $63,000.00-$68,000.00. Please note that the final offer amount may vary based on experience and skillset of the selected candidate.At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success. Because we value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships and share in our success.
Located at the iconic 30 Rockefeller Plaza, our New York Office serves clients in banking and finance, real estate, technology, aviation, and energy and renewables and facilitates cross-border work across Asia, Latin America, and other global markets. Our energetic team of lawyers are widely recognized in their practice areas by Chambers USA (Chambers and Partners), New York Super Lawyers (Thomson Reuters), Benchmark Litigation (2021), and the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America directory published by Woodward/White, Inc. Our New York team holds itself to the highest standards and believes in a culture of hard work, teamwork and inclusivity. We also believe in giving back to the local community, with lawyers serving in leadership roles with many local civic organizations. We are committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1–3 years of recruiting, HR, legal recruiting, or administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally and with attention to detail
- Ability to work in a hybrid office environment with a 4:1 in-office schedule
Haynes and Boone, LLP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — The firm’s HB Well program provides access to counseling/coaching, mindfulness and resiliency resources, and fitness discounts, with onsite amenities supporting physical health. Feedback suggests these structured wellness offerings are accessible to employees and their families.
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Parental & Family Support — Caregiver navigation support and recognition as family‑friendly signal a supportive stance for parents and caregivers. Feedback suggests inclusion networks and flexible policies help employees manage family responsibilities.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Inclusion & Engagement efforts can earn a special annual bonus, with credited hours counting toward billable thresholds. Feedback suggests pro bono and inclusion work receive tangible recognition alongside core performance.
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What We Do
Haynes Boone, is an international corporate law firm with 19 offices, spanning Texas, New York, California, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Virginia, Washington, D.C., London, Mexico City and Shanghai, providing a full spectrum of legal services in energy, technology, financial services and private equity. With about 650 lawyers, Haynes Boone is ranked among the largest U.S.-based firms by The National Law Journal, The American Lawyer and The Lawyer. It was recognized in the BTI Consulting Group’s 2022 “A-Team” report, which identifies the law firms that in-house counsel commend for providing superior client service. The firm is also recognized as a leader in DEI initiatives. It achieved Mansfield Rule 5.0 certification in 2022 after completing a rigorous 12-month collaboration with Diversity Lab.
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