Associate Recruiting Assistant

Latham & Watkins LLP • New York, NY

7d • $63,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Previous professional experience, preferably

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level