Associate Recruiting Coordinator – Lateral Associates

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms, advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are 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.

About the role

The Associate Recruiting Coordinator – Lateral Associates is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team and will support lateral associate recruitment by overseeing application processing, interview logistics, and candidate communications. Responsibilities include maintaining records, managing vendor relationships, developing marketing strategies and onboarding plans, and coordinating with the Associate Recruiting Manager to implement recruitment strategies. This role will be located in either our Boston, Chicago, New York, or Washington, D.C. office and may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of the recruitment process, including processing applications, coordinating interview schedules, and managing onboarding logistics
• Maintain and update candidate records, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with firm policies
• Prepare and disseminate marketing materials, statistics, and progress reports to support recruitment efforts
• Support the management of search firm and vendor relationships, track agreements, and ensure competitive fee rates
• Promote effective work practices, work as a team member, and show respect for co-workers
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in legal recruitment or professional services

Skills

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively at all organizational levels with a customer-service focus
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail
• Organizational skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Office, applicant tracking systems, and interview platforms

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare, life, and disability insurance
• Generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, plus a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g., mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency resources, medical resources, well-being events)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Pay

USD $75,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 per year, with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance.