Partner & Counsel Onboarding Manager - EMEA

Company description Latham & Watkins is one of the worlds 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.

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About the Role The Partner & Counsel Onboarding Manager is an integral part of Lathams Partner Recruiting & Integration team. This role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of lateral partner and counsel onboarding, and contribute to the smooth transition and integration of each lateral partner and counsel, while working closely with the Director of Partner Integration, the Partner Recruiting leadership team, other members of the Partner Recruiting & Integration teams, and collaborating with numerous local and global business services teams to manage all phases of the lateral partner and counsel onboarding process firmwide. 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:
Serving as a primary point of contact for each lateral partner or counsel in connection with 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 firms global lateral onboarding curriculum and in furtherance of the specific integration goals for the lateral partner or counsel
Working closely with other members of the Partner Recruiting & Integration teams to ensure a seamless transition for each lateral partner from the recruiting phase to the integration phase
Monitoring each lateral partner or counsels progress through their 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 propose enhancements to the process and program based on that feedback
Wed 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 conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines
And have:
A Bachelors degree or equivalent, preferably
Prior 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 Lathams 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. xwzovoh 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.