Latham & Watkins is hiring: Associate Recruiting Senior Specialist – Litigation

Associate Recruiting Senior Specialist – Litigation & Trial and Tax Lateral Associates Base pay range: $115,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr Senior Business Services Recruiting Specialist at Latham & Watkins About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. Our success is built on a commitment to hire and develop the best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration. About The Role The Associate Recruiting Senior Specialist – Litigation & Trial and Tax Lateral Associates is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for leading the coordination of recruiting efforts within the Litigation & Trial and Tax Departments, with increased responsibility for the strategic execution of judicial clerk hiring. The role will oversee the end‑to‑end candidate process, provide market insights, represent the firm at events, and supervise team members while ensuring compliance with employment laws and policies. This role will be located in our Washington, D.C. office and may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in‑office presence. Responsibilities & Qualifications Oversee the end‑to‑end processing of applications, maintain records, and ensure effective communication across candidates and stakeholders throughout the recruitment process. Coordinate recruiting events, mailings, and social media campaigns to enhance visibility and foster relationships. Collaborate with team members and committees to drive innovative recruiting and marketing strategies, and prepare, analyze, and present marketing materials, recruitment statistics and reports for internal and external audiences. Develop and manage recruitment budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, market trends, and best practices. Promote effective work practices, work as a team member, and show respect to co‑workers. Protect and maintain 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 lead teams with a customer‑service focus, while handling confidential information with discretion. Possess advanced organizational and analytical skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and supervise others to ensure compliance and accuracy, with the ability to perceive complex problems and make sound decisions independently. Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office, applicant tracking systems, interview platforms, and other necessary software, with the ability to undertake large projects, develop alternative methods, conduct thorough analyses and reports, and implement solutions effectively. And have: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent. A minimum of six (6) years of experience in legal recruitment or professional services. A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience in a related field, preferably. Benefits & Additional Information Healthcare, life and disability insurance. A generous 401(k) 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 resilience, 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. Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Human Resources Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr