Associate Recruiting Senior Coordinator - Lateral ...

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.The Associate Recruiting Senior Coordinator - Lateral Associates is an integral part of Latham’s Human Capital & Talent team and will be responsible for the recruitment and hiring of top talent for all associate-level positions at Latham & Watkins, while collaborating with the Associate Recruiting Manager to develop and implement strategies for lateral associate recruitment. 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:Overseeing the end-to-end processing of applications and serving as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment processPreparing, analyzing, and presenting marketing materials and reports for stakeholders, while representing the firm at recruiting eventsManaging relationships with search firms and external vendors, and supervising coordinators, assistants, and interns to support hiring effortsDeveloping and managing recruitment budgets, monitoring expenses, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and best practicesPromoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect to 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:Exhibit well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively at all organizational levels and lead teams, with a customer-service focusPossess advanced organizational and analytical skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and supervise others to ensure compliance and accuracy, while using independent judgment for decision-makingDemonstrate proficiency in MS Office, applicant tracking systems, interview platforms, and other necessary software, with the ability to undertake large projects, develop alternative methods, and implement solutionsAnd have:A bachelor’s degree or an equivalentA minimum of two (2) years’ experience in legal recruitment or professional servicesSuccessful 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.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages “for each such violation,” among other things.Pleaseclick hereto review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #MidSenior # LI-JN1USD $105,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.

Created: 2026-04-23