Human Resources Generalist
Human Resources Generalist
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About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect innovation and collaboration.
About the Role
The Human Resources Generalist is an integral part of Lathams Human Capital role will be responsible for providing operational support to various functions and practice groups within firm offices as well as serving as a point of contact for all human resources questions including but not limited to Paid Time Off (PTO) timekeeping system application benefits eligibility leave eligibility accommodation requests and recruiting while facilitating connections with appropriate functional departments and providing updates to the HR Manager and team members as needed. This role will be located in ourGlobal Services 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:
- Understanding the firms human resources policies and answering most questions independently using appropriate judgment to collaborate and escalate complex questions and issues as appropriate and following up to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner
- Managing timekeeping activities including following up with managers and supervisors to ensure all timecards are approved answering routine questions about timekeeping and the timekeeping system and ensuring FLSA standards are met
- Leading new hire orientation and developing programs to facilitate new employee integration during the first year of employment to meet the firms objectives for new hire retention
- Partnering with colleagues in the Office of the General Counsel Well-Being & Benefits Attorney Development Business Services Recruiting Development & Training Compensation and Strategy & Operations departments as needed to facilitate seamless communications and promote proactive services
- Promoting value-added benefits wellness events and training opportunities in partnership with the Well-Being & Benefits and Development & Training departments
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive confidential privileged financial and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
Wed love to hear from you if you:
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of human resources functions
- Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate the ability to cultivate relationships across teams at all organizational levels of the firm
And have:
- A bachelors degree or equivalent preferably with a focus in a related field; in lieu of a degree a minimum of four (4) years of experience may be considered
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
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 Lathams 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
Latham & 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.
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Pay Range
Employment Type
Full-Time
