Associate Recruiting Specialist

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 Recruiting Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for assisting with leading recruiting efforts, focusing on the summer program, entry-level hiring, and campus outreach, while building relationships with law schools and developing foundational management skills. This role will be located in our Orange County office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include:Assisting in the coordination of recruiting efforts, with a focus on enhancing the execution of the summer program, campus outreach, and entry-level hiring processes, while supporting candidate interviews, maintaining records, and facilitating communication during onboardingBuilding and nurturing relationships with target law schools, career services, and student organizations, while representing the firm at recruiting events and external functions to strengthen the firm's presenceSupporting compliance efforts by staying informed about federal and state legislation and best practices, and assisting with the development and monitoring of budgets for recruiting activitiesCollaborating with team members to implement innovative marketing and promotional strategies, and providing administrative support to the Recruiting Committee by preparing recruitment statistics and reportsDeveloping foundational management skills by overseeing the work of coordinators and assistants, providing constructive feedback, and supporting team staffing needs during peak periodsProtecting 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 strong professional interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively at all organizational levels and handle confidential information discreetlyExhibit advanced organizational skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and analyze complex problems to make sound decisions independentlyDisplay proficiency in MS Office, applicant tracking systems, and other necessary software, with the ability to supervise teams to ensure compliance and accuracyAnd have:A Bachelor’s degree or equivalentA minimum of five (5) years of experience in legal recruitment or professional servicesA minimum of five (5) years of cumulative experience Benefits & Additional Information Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:Healthcare, life and disability insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & 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.Pleaseclick hereto review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #EntryLevel #LI-MN1 #WayUp Pay Range USD $100,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr. Job SummaryLocation : Location: US-CA-Costa MesaDepartment: RecruitingWork Arrangement: HybridPosted Min Pay Rate: USD $100,000.00/Yr.Posted Max Pay Rate: USD $115,000.00/Yr.Position Type: Full-TimeJob ID: 2026-10948