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 Partner Recruiting & Integration Specialist is an integral part of Latham's Partner Recruiting & Integration team. This role will be responsible for supporting the Research & Analysis function within the Partner Recruiting & Integration Department (the "Department") by aiding in the delivery of research and analytics to drive the firm's partner hiring and integration strategies, as well as supporting the lateral partner and counsel recruiting process for Latham's offices globally through the review and analysis of application materials (to include commercial diligence and the identification of items for consideration by firm leadership as bearing on the business case for each candidate). This role will be located in our London 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:

• Aiding in the development of market maps and prioritised target lists associated with proactive talent identification efforts


• Producing reports for stakeholders within and outside of the Department, including with respect to activity levels and trends regarding partner and counsel recruiting, partner onboarding, and partner integration


• Assisting with the organisation and maintenance of departmental data related to lateral partner and counsel candidates, ensuring consistent information hygiene in line with our data privacy policies


• Leveraging firm resources to respond to external requests for data related to partner and counsel hiring, onboarding, and integration


• Ensuring exceptional quality, accuracy, completeness, and global consistency in the delivery of research reports, market and competitor analyses, and other information prepared by the Research & Analysis function

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit outstanding written communication skills and attention to detail


• Demonstrate exceptional organisational skills to manage time, prioritise, and handle multiple deadlines


• Possess the ability to identify complex issues and escalate as appropriate

And have:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent


• Experience in a professional services setting, preferably in a role involving competitive intelligence, research, or data analysis

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:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance


• A pension plan


• Wellness programs


• Employee discounts


• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.



Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.



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