Human Resources Business Partner

Latham & Watkins LLP • Redwood City, CA

11d • $120,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner is an integral part of Latham & Watkins’ Human Capital & Talent team. The role implements Human Capital & Talent strategies as actionable deliverables within practice offices or global functions, while championing colleague well-being and helping foster an equitable work environment grounded in fair treatment, transparency, inclusiveness, personal accountability, trust, and mutual respect.

The position is based in either the Silicon Valley or San Francisco office and supports both Bay Area offices. One location serves as the primary office, with regular travel between and work from both offices expected. The role follows a hybrid schedule of four days per week in the office.

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of human resources functions.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a best-in-class customer-service focus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• A minimum of four years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Two additional years of relevant experience.
• Experience advising, guiding, and supporting key stakeholders within a global matrixed organization.
• Experience coordinating and managing complex employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Implement Human Capital & Talent strategies, including engagement strategies, optimized performance, and professional development.
• Manage people-related projects, programs, and processes to ensure compliance and completion.
• Support department leadership with performance optimization, including talent development and acquisition, resource management, and colleague training programs.
• Advise and guide office leadership and colleagues on human resources topics, including employee relations and policy adherence.
• Promote effective work practices, contribute as a team member, and show respect for co-workers.
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information retained by Latham & Watkins.

Benefits

• Bonuses recognizing individual and firm performance.
• Healthcare, life, and disability insurance.
• A 401(k) plan.
• At least 11 paid holidays per year.
• PTO accruing 23 days during the first year of employment and increasing with tenure.
• Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency resources, medical resources, and well-being events.
• Professional development programs.
• Employee discounts.
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.

What This Job Offers

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