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The Legal Recruiting Associate Coordinator will join a supportive and collaborative team in Sidley’s New York office. The Associate Coordinator will provide administrative support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager with executing the firm’s 1L, 2L and 3L recruiting efforts, 1L engagement efforts, and the planning and execution of the summer associate program. They will also provide support to the onboarding process for fall associates.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide general support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager.
- Assist in coordinating and planning all aspects of the summer associate program (events, trainings, name tags, collecting responses, work assignments, maintaining spreadsheets etc.)
- Assist with summer associate onboarding and orientation as necessary (e.g. prepare materials, track progress)
- Help maintain accurate records for the summer program
- Attend summer associate program events as required
- Maintain summer associate work assignment board
- Assist with the administration of summer associate mid- and end-of-summer evaluations
- Assist in setting up 1L and 2L events and sponsorships
- Serve as a firm ambassador
- Assist with the administration of 1L and 2L recruiting materials and processing of applications and callback decisions
- Prepare hiring meeting materials and assist with follow up
- Assist in the administration of scheduling interviews as necessary
- Organize and execute NALP shared expense reimbursement process
- Complete law school hiring outcome surveys
- Track and file incoming resumes and transcripts and maintain recruiting databases
- Maintain LawCruit database with accurate and complete records including updating statuses throughout the recruiting process
- Maintain NetDocs file management system with accurate and complete records
- Assist with fall associate onboarding and orientation as necessary
- Assist with office tours for candidates, summer associates and fall associates
- Keep track of inventory of marketing materials and order additional supplies, as needed, for recruiting purposes
- Must be willing to work overtime as requested, especially during the summer and winter months
- Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm
- Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Possesses strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; high level of attention to detail; excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and be proactive
- Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred:
- Experience working with databases (LawCruit) would be a plus.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Good judgment
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
- Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
The target salary range for this role is:
$58,000 - $68,000 if located in New York. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Legal Recruiting Associate Coordinator will join a supportive and collaborative team in Sidley’s New York office. The Associate Coordinator will provide administrative support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager with executing the firm’s 1L, 2L and 3L recruiting efforts, 1L engagement efforts, and the planning and execution of the summer associate program. They will also provide support to the onboarding process for fall associates.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide general support to the Senior Legal Recruiting Manager.
- Assist in coordinating and planning all aspects of the summer associate program (events, trainings, name tags, collecting responses, work assignments, maintaining spreadsheets etc.)
- Assist with summer associate onboarding and orientation as necessary (e.g. prepare materials, track progress)
- Help maintain accurate records for the summer program
- Attend summer associate program events as required
- Maintain summer associate work assignment board
- Assist with the administration of summer associate mid- and end-of-summer evaluations
- Assist in setting up 1L and 2L events and sponsorships
- Serve as a firm ambassador
- Assist with the administration of 1L and 2L recruiting materials and processing of applications and callback decisions
- Prepare hiring meeting materials and assist with follow up
- Assist in the administration of scheduling interviews as necessary
- Organize and execute NALP shared expense reimbursement process
- Complete law school hiring outcome surveys
- Track and file incoming resumes and transcripts and maintain recruiting databases
- Maintain LawCruit database with accurate and complete records including updating statuses throughout the recruiting process
- Maintain NetDocs file management system with accurate and complete records
- Assist with fall associate onboarding and orientation as necessary
- Assist with office tours for candidates, summer associates and fall associates
- Keep track of inventory of marketing materials and order additional supplies, as needed, for recruiting purposes
- Must be willing to work overtime as requested, especially during the summer and winter months
- Work collaboratively and across the team and other departments of the firm
- Perform other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Possesses strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; high level of attention to detail; excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and be proactive
- Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred:
- Experience working with databases (LawCruit) would be a plus.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Good judgment
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
- Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
The target salary range for this role is:
$58,000 - $68,000 if located in New York. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
- Law & Legal Services
- Technology & Software
- Education
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal operations coordinator jobs.
- Experience with e-billing or matter management software such as TeamConnect, Mitratech, or similar platforms
- Bachelor's degree in business, legal studies, paralegal studies, or a related field
- Proficiency in contract lifecycle management tools and document management systems
- Strong data analysis and reporting skills using spreadsheets or business intelligence tools
- Familiarity with outside counsel guidelines, invoice review, and legal spend management
- Experience supporting legal department operations including vendor coordination and process documentation
Tips for Your Legal Operations Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to legal ops
Highlight experience with e-billing platforms, matter management systems, and contract workflows rather than general administrative skills. Legal ops hiring managers scan for tool fluency fast, so name the specific platforms you've used in your work history.
Get a CLOC or ILTACON credential
Earning a certification from the Corporate Legal Operations Consortium signals you understand legal ops as a discipline, not just as support work. It differentiates you from candidates with paralegal or pure admin backgrounds applying to the same roles.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists legal operations coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by department structure
Corporate legal departments hiring their first coordinator use different language than teams with an established legal ops function. Look for postings that mention a legal operations manager or director above the role, which signals an existing framework you can grow inside.
Prepare a process improvement example
Interviewers for legal operations coordinator roles consistently ask how you've improved a workflow or reduced friction in a legal process. Have one specific example ready that names the problem, what you changed, and the measurable outcome you observed.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Legal operations coordinator titles vary widely in actual responsibility. Before discussing compensation, clarify whether the role owns vendor relationships, runs reporting, or sits inside a broader ops team, so you know what you're agreeing to deliver.
Legal Operations Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most legal operations coordinators?
Amazon, State of New Mexico, and Blitt and Gaines, P.C. are hiring the most legal operations coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Texas, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Corporate legal departments at large enterprises and legal technology companies account for the majority of active postings.
How many legal operations coordinator jobs are remote?
About 58% of legal operations coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-heavy and systems-driven nature of the role. Sub-areas focused on e-billing oversight, contract administration, and reporting tend to offer the most remote flexibility compared to roles that require on-site collaboration with in-house counsel.
How do you become a legal operations coordinator?
Start by building experience in a legal environment, whether as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a law firm administrative role. From there, develop fluency in e-billing and matter management platforms, learn the basics of legal spend analysis, and pursue a CLOC certification to formalize your legal ops knowledge. Roles in corporate legal departments are the most common entry point.
Can you get hired as a legal operations coordinator with little experience?
Yes, some legal operations coordinator roles are designed for candidates transitioning from paralegal, contract administration, or business operations backgrounds. Emphasize transferable skills like vendor management, process documentation, and data reporting. Applying to companies building out their legal ops function for the first time often means less competition than roles inside established legal ops teams.
What does the legal operations coordinator interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your familiarity with legal department workflows and specific tools. A second round often includes a panel with members of the legal or finance team and a scenario question about improving a process or resolving a billing dispute. Some employers add a short skills assessment involving data review or a sample invoice audit.
Where can I find and apply to legal operations coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to legal operations coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferences, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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