Associate Recruiting Specialist – US Programs

Latham & Watkins; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k plan

11+ paid holidays

PTO 23 days first year

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Latham & Watkins is seeking an Associate Recruiting Specialist for US Programs based in Washington, DC, with hybrid work options. You will coordinate the US summer program, pre-law internship, and external partnerships while mentoring junior staff.

Applicants should bring at least five years of legal recruitment or professional services experience, a bachelor’s degree, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The role offers a competitive compensation package and healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across organizational levels.
• Advanced organizational skills to manage time, deadlines, and complex tasks.
• Proficiency with MS Office and applicant tracking systems; ability to supervise a team.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with attorneys, recruiting teams, and industry professionals; represent the firm at events.
• Support compliance by staying informed on legislation and budgeting for recruiting initiatives.
• Prepare recruitment statistics, reports, and presentations for internal/external audiences.
• Oversee coordinators and assistants, provide feedback, and support staffing during peak periods.
• Promote teamwork and protect highly sensitive information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

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 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 Specialist – US Programs is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for coordinating recruiting efforts by supporting the US summer program, pre-law internship program, and external partnerships, while developing foundational management skills by mentoring junior team members. This role will be located in our Washington, DC 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

• Building and nurturing relationships with firm attorneys, recruiting teams, administrative departments, and industry professionals; represents the firm at recruiting events and external functions to strengthen the firm’s presence
• Supporting compliance efforts by staying informed about federal and state legislation and best practices; assisting with the development and monitoring of budgets for recruiting initiatives
• Collaborating with team members and committees to drive innovative strategies; providing administrative support to the Recruiting Committee by preparing recruitment statistics, reports, and presentations for internal and external audiences
• Developing foundational management skills by overseeing the work of coordinators and assistants, providing constructive feedback, and supporting team staffing needs during peak periods
• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate strong professional interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively at all organizational levels and handle confidential information discreetly
• Possess advanced organizational skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and analyze complex problems to make sound decisions independently
• Display proficiency in MS Office, applicant tracking systems, and other necessary software, with the ability to supervise teams to ensure compliance and accuracy

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in legal recruitment or professional services
• A minimum of five (5) years of cumulative experience

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:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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Pay Range

USD $95,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.