Associate Recruiting Assistant
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 Assistant is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for assisting with all phases of entry‑level hiring and the summer program, including managing applicant materials and correspondence, and coordinating interview schedules and recruiting events, while supporting the applicant process by preparing correspondence with candidates, maintaining filing systems and databases, processing applicant materials for review by appropriate individuals and committee members, and coordinating interview schedules for candidates and interviewers. This role will be located in our New York 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:
- Assisting in organizing and representing the firm at recruiting events and external functions, including the firm’s Summer Program
- Generating specialized recruiting reports and materials
- Assisting with the coordination of meetings and presentations related to committee topics, and participating in local and global recruiting committee activities
- Processing expenses and reimbursements associated with recruiting efforts
- Promoting effective work practices by working collaboratively as a team member and demonstrating respect for coworkers
- 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:
- Exhibit well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively at all organizational levels and work collaboratively in a team environment with a customer‑service focus
- Demonstrate the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion and strong attention to detail to ensure quality assurance
- Possess strong organizational and analytical skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and work with minimal supervision, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Previous professional 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:
- 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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