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About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very 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 HRIS Analyst is an integral part of Latham’s Global Human Resources team. This role will be responsible for developing solutions and supporting database administration to ensure the best possible user experience through table setup, systems monitoring, system enhancements, and problem solving for Human Resources (HR) processing, while utilizing expertise in MS Excel, MS Access, and Business Objects to analyze data and generate functional reports from query results. This role will be located in either our New York or Washington D.C. office. Please note that this role requires in-office presence at least 3 days a week and 2 days remote.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Possessing strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, enabling the delivery of insightful analysis and support for strategic decision‑making within the firm
Participating in the review, planning, testing, implementation, and training for HRIS upgrades and updates
Managing the configuration of the firm's HR system (PeopleSoft), covering areas such as compensation, workforce, benefits, performance, payroll, and profile management
Collaborating with internal clients and the Global HR Services team to identify opportunities and develop system‑based solutions that enhance business processes
Maintaining and updating the HRIS system as a functional user, ensuring accurate table configurations and the proper functioning of feeds to downstream systems
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 knowledge and proficiency with PeopleSoft Query tools, and Business Objects
Possess a basic understanding of design thinking
Exhibit a solid understanding and experience with PeopleSoft‑HR, Base Benefits, benefits administration, payroll, and Self‑Service Modules
And have:
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field (preferably)
Certification in PeopleSoft HR, Benefit Administration, and Payroll Interface modules (preferably)
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in HRIS and HR Administration (preferably)
A minimum of two (2) years’ technical/functional experience with PeopleSoft HR, Base Benefits, Benefits Administration and payroll Applications (preferably)
Benefits & Additional Information
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 $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 /Yr.
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About The Role The HRIS Analyst is an integral part of Latham’s Global Human Resources team. This role will be responsible for developing solutions and supporting database administration to ensure the best possible user experience through table setup, systems monitoring, system enhancements, and problem solving for Human Resources (HR) processing, while utilizing expertise in MS Excel, MS Access, and Business Objects to analyze data and generate functional reports from query results. This role will be located in either our New York or Washington D.C. office. Please note that this role requires in-office presence at least 3 days a week and 2 days remote.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Possessing strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, enabling the delivery of insightful analysis and support for strategic decision‑making within the firm
Participating in the review, planning, testing, implementation, and training for HRIS upgrades and updates
Managing the configuration of the firm's HR system (PeopleSoft), covering areas such as compensation, workforce, benefits, performance, payroll, and profile management
Collaborating with internal clients and the Global HR Services team to identify opportunities and develop system‑based solutions that enhance business processes
Maintaining and updating the HRIS system as a functional user, ensuring accurate table configurations and the proper functioning of feeds to downstream systems
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 knowledge and proficiency with PeopleSoft Query tools, and Business Objects
Possess a basic understanding of design thinking
Exhibit a solid understanding and experience with PeopleSoft‑HR, Base Benefits, benefits administration, payroll, and Self‑Service Modules
And have:
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field (preferably)
Certification in PeopleSoft HR, Benefit Administration, and Payroll Interface modules (preferably)
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in HRIS and HR Administration (preferably)
A minimum of two (2) years’ technical/functional experience with PeopleSoft HR, Base Benefits, Benefits Administration and payroll Applications (preferably)
Benefits & Additional Information
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 $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 /Yr.
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