About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About the Role
The Associate Recruiting Coordinator is an integral part of Latham's Associate Recruiting team in the Paris office. This role will support the full recruitment lifecycle for interns, trainee lawyers, and associates in a high-activity environment requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, professionalism, and a service-oriented approach. This role will be located in our Paris office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
Screening applications, including CVs and cover letters, and identifying relevant practice groups
Managing candidate communications in line with the firm's standards, while handling confidential information with discretion
Coordinating interview schedules with candidates, lawyers, and internal stakeholders, and following up to ensure timely feedback
Preparing and issuing internship offers, and supporting onboarding process
Maintaining recruiting tracking tools and candidate databases accurately and consistently
Supporting employer branding initiatives and academic partnerships, including coordination with law schools and other recruiting contacts
Promoting effective work practices, and working as a team member
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and a service-oriented mindset
Possess excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-activity environment
Demonstrate a high level of discretion, attention to detail, and professionalism when handling sensitive information
And have:
Experience in recruitment, preferably in a law firm environment
A bachelor's or master's degree in HR, law, business, or a related field, or an equivalent qualification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English
Experience utilising an application tracking system to manage and track recruitment processes
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Lunch vouchers
Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
A profit sharing plan
A pension plan
Wellness programs
Employee discounts
And more!
Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. #Associate #LI-AJ1