Associate Recruiting Manager

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 Manager is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for overseeing Associate Recruiting for the local office, while supporting the Recruiting Committee in hiring 1L and 2L summer associates, as well as new associates and judicial clerks when applicable, managing all aspects of the Summer Program, including orientation, events, programming, training, and performance management, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging experience. This role will be located in our Singapore 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:

• Staying abreast of current and pending employment laws, market trends, and competitor recruiting policies; supporting strategic initiatives of the firm’s management committees by developing and maintaining relationships with office leadership and recommending changes to enhance the firm's competitive edge
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with firm leaders and industry leaders, including regional law schools; focusing on enhancing the firm's brand and influence by coordinating outreach efforts and engaging with key stakeholders; providing research, analysing data, and generating reports to support the firm's strategic goals and maintaining a robust professional network
• Overseeing a team that supports the manager and the firm in all endeavours; organising, assigning, delegating, and coordinating staff work to manage workflow and resources effectively, especially during peak periods, while fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment
• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for others

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, including organising, planning, problem-solving, decision-making, and effective interaction with all organisational levels
• Exhibit proficiency in PC applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and applicant tracking systems, with the ability to conduct thorough analyses and reports
• Possess the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion

And have:

• Experience in legal recruitment or professional services
• Supervisory experience in a related field, preferably
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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:

• Insurance
• Confidential Counseling & Coaching
• Family Building Benefits & Resources
• Well-Being programs
• 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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