Human Resources Generalist

Latham & Watkins LLP • Los Angeles, CA

58d • $90,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is an integral part of Latham’s Human Capital team. This role will be responsible for providing operational support to various functions and practice groups within firm offices, as well as serving as a point of contact for all human resources questions, including but not limited to Paid Time Off (PTO), timekeeping system application, benefits eligibility, leave eligibility, accommodation requests, and recruiting, while facilitating connections with appropriate functional departments and providing updates to the HR Manager and team members as needed. This role will be located in Los Angeles in our Century City office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Requirements

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of human resources functions
• Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate the ability to cultivate relationships across teams at all organizational levels of the firm
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with a focus in a related field; in lieu of a degree, a minimum of four (4) years of experience may be considered
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Understanding the firm’s human resources policies and answering most questions independently, using appropriate judgment to collaborate and escalate complex questions and issues as appropriate, and following up to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Managing timekeeping activities, including following up with managers and supervisors to ensure all timecards are approved, answering routine questions about timekeeping and the timekeeping system, and ensuring FLSA standards are met
• Leading new hire orientation and developing programs to facilitate new employee integration during the first year of employment to meet the firm’s objectives for new hire retention
• Partnering with colleagues in the Office of the General Counsel, Well-Being & Benefits, Attorney Development, Business Services Recruiting, Development & Training, Compensation, and Strategy & Operations departments as needed to facilitate seamless communications and promote proactive services
• Promoting value-added benefits, wellness events, and training opportunities in partnership with the Well-Being & Benefits and Development & Training departments
• 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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees