Associate Director of Partner Recruiting - US

About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong. About The Role The Associate Director of Partner Recruiting - US is an integral part of Latham’s Partner Recruiting & Integration team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the firm’s US lateral partner and counsel recruiting function, while working in close collaboration with the Director of Partner Recruiting - US, the Director of Global Partner Recruiting, firm leadership, and office administration to support the firm’s priorities and goals for expanding the partnership through lateral partner and counsel hiring in the firm’s US offices, and driving relevant recruitment activity in furtherance of those aims. This role will be located in either our New York or Washington DC office. The role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in‑office presence. Responsibilities Ensuring responsibility for all US lateral partner and counsel recruitment processes, including ensuring that all requisite approvals are in place, broad support is sought and secured for any hire, and escalating any issues to members of leadership with appropriate judgment and discretion, while ensuring that the US‑based members of the partner and counsel recruiting team maintain the highest levels of quality, efficiency, and commercial awareness throughout each process. Providing day‑to‑day management, leadership, and development opportunities to the US‑based members of the partner and counsel recruiting team. Maintaining a strong working knowledge of the firm’s practice and industry platform and strong working relationships with partners across the US to ensure the US‑based partner and counsel recruiting team effectively executes on the firm’s recruitment priorities and strategies. Serving as a day‑to‑day point of escalation for, and providing strategic direction to, US‑based Partner Recruiting Managers. Serving as a resource and strategic advisor to partner sponsors throughout the recruiting process, as appropriate, and proactively identifying potential issues and proposing potential solutions to ensure the smooth execution of all candidate processes. Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains. Qualifications Demonstrate excellent leadership skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem‑solving, and decision‑making) necessary for effective management. Possess well‑developed and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm and with representatives from external recruiting agencies. Exhibit strong personnel management skills, including the ability to manage, lead, train, and develop manager‑level colleagues. Additional Requirements A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably a MBA, JD, or master’s degree. A minimum of ten (10) years of recruiting experience in a professional services setting, with at least five (5) years of experience in a management role. Benefits & Additional Information Healthcare, life, and disability insurance. 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 (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. Compensation Pay Range: USD $270,000.00 – USD $310,000.00 per year. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Latham & Watkins