Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Coordinator
Direct CounselLos Angeles, California, United States
Posted April 10, 2026
67300 - 86540 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
We are seeking a Legal Recruiting & Professional Development Coordinator to support firmwide hiring initiatives and attorney development programs. This role requires 3+ years of legal recruiting experience and a strong understanding of the California legal market.
Requirements
- 3+ years of legal recruiting experience
- Strong understanding of the California legal market
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- Experience with ATS platforms (e.g., Dayforce, LawCruit)
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
- Ability to thrive under deadlines and shifting priorities
- Commitment to inclusion and equity in hiring practices
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
