Human Resources Business Partner

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration. The Human Resources Business Partner is an integral part of Latham’s Human Capital & Talent team and will be responsible for implementing Human Capital & Talent strategies in actionable deliverables within practice offices or global functions, while championing colleague well-being and enabling a work environment that is equitable and offers fair treatment, transparency, inclusiveness, personal accountability, trust, and mutual respect. This role will be located in our Washington D.C. office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.Other key responsibilities include:Implementing Human Capital & Talent strategies inclusive of engagement strategies, optimized performance, and professional developmentManaging people-related projects, programs, and processes to ensure compliance and completionSupporting department leadership with performance optimization efforts, including talent development and acquisition, resource management, and colleague training programsServing as a trusted advisor to office leadership and colleagues by providing advice and guidance across all human resources topics, inclusive of employee relations and policy adherencePromoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workersProtecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retainsWe’d love to hear from you if you:Possess comprehensive knowledge of human resources functionsDemonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with a best-in-class customer-service focusDisplay effective communication skills, both written and verbalAnd have:A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; four (4) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeA minimum of four (4) years of relevant experienceTwo (2) years of additional relevant experience, preferablyExperience advising, guiding, and supporting key stakeholders within a global matrixed organization, preferablyExperience in coordinating and managing complex employee relations matters, preferablySuccessful 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. #Associate #LI-KC2USD $110,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.

Created: 2026-01-26