Partner Recruiting Senior Specialist - 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

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 Partner Recruiting Senior Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Partner Recruiting & Integration team. This role will be responsible for coordinating and driving activities and processes in support of lateral partner and counsel recruiting across the firm’s offices. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Specialist will partner with their supervisor and department leadership, as appropriate, to ensure the timely and effective execution of all phases of the lateral partner and counsel recruiting process for the London office and for other offices across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, as well as additional offices as needed. This role will be located in our London 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:

• Facilitating clear, efficient, and effective communication with lateral partner and counsel candidates regarding interview scheduling, logistics, and process-related information, ensuring a positive and well-managed candidate experience
• Coordinating the processing of all submissions and introductions of lateral partner and counsel candidates, whether received directly or through recruiting agencies, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established procedures
• Preparing and compiling candidate materials, including interview memos and related diligence, to support stakeholders in advance of interviews, with attention to accuracy, consistency, and the sensitive nature of the information
• Maintaining timely and accurate updates to the applicant tracking system and ensuring consistent recordkeeping and document management throughout each recruiting process
• Promoting effective work practices and a collaborative team environment, and provide guidance to Partner Recruiting Specialists and Assistants, as appropriate.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate exceptional organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, prioritise competing demands, and meet multiple deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Possess the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, timelines, and business needs

And have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably
• Recruiting or other related law firm experience, preferably

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:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
• 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.

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