Lateral Recruiting Assistant

Overview of the Firm and Function

Freshfields US LLP is a major international law firm, providing business law advice of the highest quality. We want to be the law firm that clients turn to for legal advice where it matters most, wherever in the world that may be. We deliver seamless service across borders, cultures and languages.

Our people make our firm – we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas. We enjoy our work and are determined to do an outstanding job. We deliver best when working in teams.

We think and work globally – we don’t just say we are one firm; we act like one firm right across the world. We work wherever our clients need us. This is how we define ourselves, not by reference to where we have offices. Cross-border work isn’t just what we do, it is what we excel at. We understand what it really takes to work across different legal systems and commercial environments and to bridge language and cultural gaps.

We aim to add value in everything we do – we are passionate about helping our clients succeed. We use our experience and creativity to help clients make judgements and achieve their goals. In everything we do, we seek to make a real difference to the communities in which we operate.

The U.S. Legal Recruiting team leads the firm’s efforts to attract and hire top-tier law students and lateral attorneys. We are seeking a Lateral Recruiting Assistant to play a key role in supporting our lateral hiring strategy across U.S. offices (New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco).

In this role, you will be aligned with a core practice area—either Dispute Resolution or Corporate—enabling you to build strong relationships with stakeholders and contribute meaningfully to a more connected, practice-focused recruiting model. You will report to the Senior Manager of Legal Recruiting and collaborate closely with partners, practice group leaders, and search firms.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-impact team at a pivotal moment, with opportunities to take ownership, build expertise, and contribute to an elevated recruiting experience.

Key responsibilities

Lateral Recruiting

• Coordinate and track lateral associate, counsel, and partner candidates across all U.S. offices
• Serve as a point of contact for candidates, ensuring a seamless and professional interview experience (in-person and virtual)
• Maintain recruiting databases, trackers, and candidate records with precision and attention to detail
• Support interview scheduling and logistics, including managing calendars and arranging conference rooms and catering
• Assist with communications to search firms and internal stakeholders, including practice group leaders, under guidance from senior team members
• Monitor and manage the recruiting inbox, ensuring timely and organized responses

Team & Firm Support

• Provide day-to-day support to the U.S. Legal Recruiting team
• Contribute to law student recruiting efforts during peak seasons
• Assist with onboarding and orientation for fall associates and laterals
• Support office tours and candidate experiences across recruiting programs
• Partner collaboratively with colleagues across recruiting, HR, and other business services teams
• Take on special projects and initiatives as the team continues to evolve and enhance its recruiting approach

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Ability to:
  • work independently and be proactive
  • work under pressure and exhibit a professional demeanor
  • preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
  • manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
  • be a team player and exercise good judgment
• Strong computer skills and preferably familiarity with Microsoft Office, LawCruit, and Workday
• Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be willing to work outside of standard business hours as needed to support priorities and deadlines (note, core in office days are Monday – Thursday)

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York and California, Freshfields is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the States of New York and California and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $60,000 to $65,000.

EEO Statement
Freshfields US LLP is proud to be an equal employment employer. Our policies and practices will be free from unlawful discrimination based upon race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, military service, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We strive to promote an atmosphere that encourages equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment.
Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Freshfields US LLP
Freshfields US LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the alternative email address below to contact us about your interest in employment at [email protected] , or you can send your resume to [email protected] , or you can call us at +1-212-277-4000.