Partner Recruiting Specialist
Latham & Watkins
Washington, DC · Posted October 29, 2026
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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 Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Partner Recruiting & Integration team. This role will be responsible for coordinating activities and processes in support of lateral partner hiring and integration for the firm’s offices, as directed by department leadership, while supporting the timely and effective execution of all phases of the lateral partner recruitment process for the office, including interview coordination, progress tracking, feedback collection, and operational steps across the hiring process. This role will be located in our Washington, DC 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:
Facilitating clear, timely, and effective communication with lateral partner candidates regarding interview scheduling, logistics, and process‑related information to support a positive candidate experience
Coordinating the processing of submissions and introductions of lateral partner candidates received directly or through recruiting agencies, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established procedures
Preparing and compiling candidate materials, including interview memoranda and related diligence, to support stakeholders in advance of interviews with attention to accuracy, consistency, and sensitivity
Maintaining accurate and timely updates in the applicant tracking system, and ensuring proper recordkeeping and document management throughout each recruiting process
Providing operational support for lateral partner recruiting processes involving candidates for other Latham offices, including scheduling, logistics, and feedback collection, as requested
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Possess exceptional organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, prioritize competing demands, and meet multiple deadlines
Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy
Exhibit the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, timelines, and business needs
And have:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
A minimum of two (2) years of recruiting or related law firm experience, preferably
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:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and 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, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
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