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Assistant Director, Career Management

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Northwestern University

Evanston, IL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 20 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/26/2026

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Job Description

at Northwestern University in
Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Opening Id:
53790
Department:
Law Career Strategy and Advanc Salary/Grade:
EXS/7
Job Summary:
Join a collaborative, creative, and forward-thinking team in supporting and counseling the next generation of attorneys, and use your J.D. while leaning into skills that were underutilized in legal practice! We are looking for candidates with diverse viewpoints and experiences to help us: Provide one-on-one counseling for students of all backgrounds with empathy and knowledge of the legal market; Develop and present topical programs on the legal job search, professional development, and the legal market; Think strategically regarding communication with all of our partners - students, legal employers, other staff and faculty; To engage with legal employers in new and on-going collaborations; To support job fairs and on-campus interviewing in an increasingly tech-focused world; To create and foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all constituents who engage with our office, and To design and update resources ranging from traditional resume guides to text messages and blog posts
Specific Responsibilities :
Provide empathetic and supportive career advising to JD students on legal and alternative employment searches, career development, and navigating the legal world. Plan and implement innovative and engaging programming, including panels, workshops, mock interviews, and networking events, both in-person and virtual. Create and maintain close relationships with alumni who participate in these programs. Assist with the on-campus interview program and other large Career Strategy Center events. Create relationships with employers to expand the type and number of career opportunities for Northwestern Law students. Engage with employers in person, via video meetings and by phone. Provide input into and perspective on decisions impacting office operations. Assist with the collection of summer and permanent employment data. Maintain knowledge of current events in the legal community and the larger econ To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account