Partner & Counsel Onboarding Manager - EMEA

About the Role

The Partner & Counsel Onboarding Manager is an integral part of Latham's Partner Recruiting & Integration team. This role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of lateral partner and counsel onboarding, contributing to the smooth transition and integration of each lateral partner and counsel, while collaborating with the Director of Partner Integration, the Partner Recruiting leadership team, and various business services teams to manage all phases of the onboarding process firmwide. This role is based in our London office and may be eligible for flexible hybrid working.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Serving as a primary point of contact for each lateral partner or counsel during the onboarding process in close coordination with the Director of Partner Integration and the Partner Recruiting leadership team.
• Overseeing the creation of a tailored onboarding schedule for each lateral partner and counsel, in accordance with the firm's global lateral onboarding curriculum and integration goals.
• Working closely with other members of the Partner Recruiting & Integration teams to ensure a seamless transition from the recruiting phase to the integration phase.
• Monitoring each lateral partner or counsel's progress through the onboarding process, ensuring that all required sessions are attended or rescheduled as necessary.
• Soliciting regular feedback from lateral partners and counsel on the onboarding process and proposing enhancements based on that feedback.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Possess exceptional organisational skills to manage time, prioritize and handle multiple deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Exhibit the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines.

Additionally:

• Have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferred).
• Prior experience in a similar role (preferred).

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will receive a comprehensive compensation package with bonuses and can participate in Latham's benefit program including health insurance, group income protection and life assurance, a pension plan, wellness programs, employee discounts, and more.

We also offer a range of support programs and Global Affinity Groups open to all employees.

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.