Job Description

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 Integration Assistant is a key member of Latham’s Partner Recruiting & Integration (PRI) team. This role is responsible for providing high‑level administrative support to the Deputy Chief – Professional Administration, the Director of Partner Recruiting, the Director of Partner Integration, and the Director of Partner Recruiting Strategic Projects, as well as supporting the global activities and processes related to partner integration. Working under the direction and guidance of the Partner Integration Manager and in close collaboration with other members of the PRI Department, the Partner Integration Assistant will help ensure the smooth transition and successful integration of each new partner.

This role will be located in our London 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:

• Assisting the Partner Integration Manager with the deployment of a tailored 24-month Platform Integration process for each new lateral partner, including by maintaining and updating Platform Integration-related documents at regular intervals and supporting the scheduling of milestone check-ins with lateral partners and firm leaders
• Supporting the Partner Integration Manager in implementing lateral partner integration programs and check-ins that fall outside of the Platform Integration framework
• Creating and maintaining internal team resources and databases related to partner integration, ensuring that all relevant information is captured consistently and updates are timely; collaborating with other business services teams to develop additional partner integration tools and resources, as necessary
• Assisting the PRI Leadership team and Partner Integration Manager with the creation of presentations about lateral partner integration and with other special projects, as needed
• Providing assistance to the Partner Integration team by maintaining various internal checklists, workflow documents, and other materials utilised in the partner integration process

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills to manage time, prioritize, and handle multiple deadlines
• Display strong attention to detail
• Possess the ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably
• Law firm, administrative, or professional office 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:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• 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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