Associate Recruiting Specialist – US Programs

Walraa; Washington; Híbrido; USD 95 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Healthcare

401k

PTO 23 days

Well-being programs

Professional development

Employee discounts

Affinity groups

Resumo da oferta

Latham & Watkins seeks an Associate Recruiting Specialist – US Programs in Washington, DC with hybrid in-office presence. The role coordinates the US summer program, pre-law internship program, and external partnerships while mentoring junior staff.

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and confidentiality skills are essential for success. Required: bachelor’s degree and at least five years in legal recruitment or professional services, plus proficiency with MS Office and ATS tools.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience in legal recruitment or professional services.
• Five or more cumulative years of experience.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate recruiting efforts for the US summer program, pre-law internship program, and external partnerships.
• Build relationships with firm attorneys, recruiting teams, and external partners; represent the firm at events.
• Prepare recruitment statistics, reports, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Supervise coordinators and assistants, provide constructive feedback, and support staffing during peak periods.
• Ensure compliance and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Ferramentas

MS Office

Applicant tracking systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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

Other key responsibilities include:

• 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.

Pay Range

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