Who We Are

At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.

Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.

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We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.

Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html

Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Law School Recruiter in our Chicago office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.

Position Summary:

Do you enjoy the energy and fast pace of graduate level campus recruiting? Do you feel accomplished when you see bright, eager law school or professional services graduate students receive that opportunity to get their opportunity to learn more about their future profession? Do you feel you enjoy seeing the immediate impact and results of your work? Then you may be interested in Benesch's Law School Recruiter position. This role is perfect for the person who wants to be on the front lines of recruiting the next class of Benesch attorneys.

The Law School Recruiter is responsible for executing the firm's law school recruiting strategy. This includes but is not limited to managing our summer associate program, OCI recruiting process, attending recruiting events, student engagement, campus networking events, and supporting the Senior Manager, Law School Recruiting's initiatives. The Law School Recruiter drives the recruitment process by setting clear expectations and delivering on commitments with a sense of urgency to the business as well as internal and external candidates and incorporating the firm's DEI goals and initiatives into all aspects of the recruiting process.

Essential Functions:

1. Engage with law schools and law student candidates year-round to build employer brand awareness and a strong talent pool.

a. Establish and maintain relationships with Career Service team members and student groups at target law schools to develop brand presence and support the long-term growth strategy.

b. Ensure Benesch brand is present on campus at law schools through regular outreach.

c. Plan and participate in Benesch Hosted law student receptions and law school hosted employer events, both on site and virtual

d. Seek creative ways to engage with law students regularly to build employer brand and awareness.

e. Build relationships with target candidates and facilitate attorney introductions and connections.

2. Coordinate and manage OCI and callback interview Process during 1L and 2L recruiting season.

a. Participate in Resume collection, review, and candidate selection.

b. Coordinate OCI schedule and attorney participants

c. Schedule and participate in call-back interviews.

d. Gather feedback and attend Hiring Committee meetings,

e. Communicate with law student candidates throughout the recruiting process to provide a high-touch, personalized experience.

3. Assist with planning, management, and execution of the summer associate program.

a. Coordinate and manage Summer Associate Program, including training, summer retreat, social events, budget management, evaluation process, and related activities/logistics. Serve as point person for Summer Program, both internally and externally.

b. Maintain Summer Program webpage on Benesch's website, ensuring new and relevant content is constantly added to keep the information fresh.

c. Take an active role in NALP to be an industry expert in law firm summer programs; keep up with trends and bring new ideas and suggestions to the team.

d. Communicate regularly throughout school year with outgoing and incoming Summer Associates to maintain engagement.

e. Serve as point person for law clerks (law students who work with the Firm through the school year).

f. Helps measure the campus recruiting program's successes and identify additional growth opportunities.

4. Participate in the development and execution of diversity pipeline programs at the law student level.

5. Assist in identifying ways to leverage social media and other technology to recruit top talent and brand Benesch as an employer of choice.

6. Work closely with Senior Manager, Law School Recruiting and Marketing Department to develop and maintain law school recruiting materials.

7. Utilizes the Firm's recruitment tools and processes to execute workflow, maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Firm policies and practices.

8. Uses data analysis to assist in making recruiting-related decisions.

9. Travel as needed to attend law school recruiting related events and activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Assist with special project as needed.

2. Perform other duties as assigned.

Confidentiality:

Due to the nature of your employment, various documents and information, which are of a confidential nature, will come into your possession. Such documents and information must be kept confidential at all times.

Qualifications:

The Legal Recruiter must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years of recruiting experience, with at least 2 years of campus level recruiting. Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred. An ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, along with strong organizational skills and a client service attitude are required. Must possess a strong desire to learn and be part of a team, have an interest in technology, and be social media savvy. Ability to travel as needed and work overtime/evenings periodically required.

Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.

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