Graduate Recruitment & Development Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end international graduate recruitment and development programmes across London, Brussels, the Middle East, and Hong Kong
• Ensure an excellent candidate and trainee experience through effective communication and relationship-building
• Coordinate the scheduling and logistics for graduate programmes, including vacation schemes, internships, and assessment days
• Pre-screen applications and coordinate online testing, interviews, and selection processes
• Maintain application tracking systems to ensure data accuracy and timely reporting
• Coordinate inductions and onboarding activities for vacation scheme participants, trainees, and interns
• Liaise with internal stakeholders such as HR and the Business Office to ensure smooth programme delivery
• Support attraction activities, including university outreach, campus events, and marketing initiatives
• Manage administrative tasks such as processing invoices and candidate expenses

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent higher qualification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and team-working abilities
• First-class prioritisation and organisational skills
• Proactive approach with high attention to detail
• Strong IT skills and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
• Interest in the legal sector and early careers recruitment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruitment, HR, or a professional services environment

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes.