Human Resources Business Partner

About the Role

The Human Resources Business Partner is an integral part of Latham’s Human Capital & Talent team and will be responsible for implementing Human Capital & Talent strategies in actionable deliverables within practice offices or global functions, while championing colleague well-being and enabling a work environment that is equitable and offers fair treatment, transparency, inclusiveness, personal accountability, trust, and mutual respect. This role will be located in our Global Services Office, located in Downtown Los Angeles. 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:

Implementing Human Capital & Talent strategies inclusive of engagement strategies, optimized performance, and professional development
Managing people-related projects, programs, and processes to ensure compliance and completion
Supporting department leadership with performance optimization efforts, including talent development and acquisition, resource management, and colleague training programs
Serving as a trusted advisor to office leadership and colleagues by providing advice and guidance across all human resources topics, inclusive of employee relations and policy adherence
Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers
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 comprehensive knowledge of human resources functions
Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with a best-in-class customer-service focus
Display effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of local employment law, practices, and ability to understand and translate firm policies for all colleagues
Knowledge of HRIS systems, preferably PeopleSoft
Ability to undertake large, long-term projects, develop alternative methods to complete them, and implement solutions
Demonstrated leadership and project management skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making)
Expert knowledge of PC applications, including the Microsoft suite (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel)
Experience advising, guiding, and supporting key stakeholders within a global matrixed organization
Experience in coordinating and managing complex employee relations matters
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion

And have:

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; four (4) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience
Two (2) years of additional relevant experience, preferably
Experience advising, guiding, and supporting key stakeholders within a global matrixed organization, preferably
Experience in coordinating and managing complex employee relations matters, 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