Latham & Watkins, a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world, is currently seeking a Human Resources Manager to join our winning team, located in Silicon Valley. 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. The Human Resources Manager will receive a generous total compensation package. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program including healthcare, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401k plan, and more! In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure. As the Human Resources Manager at Latham, you will support the office by using your experience and understanding of the legislative, judicial, and competitive market landscape to contribute to the strategic planning and implementation of goals and objectives of the office, the local and global Human Resources departments and the firm.  The Manager will provide guidance and advice to all personnel in the office regarding the employee lifecycle. The Manager will also develop and supervise their direct team and ensure the efficient operation of the human resources department for their office by performing a multitude of responsibilities, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, evaluation, discipline, termination, salary and bonus administration and managing personnel records.  The Manager will be creative in applying knowledge of market trends to the development of staffing paradigms designed to maximize resource utilization.  The Human Resources Manager’s decisions and recommendations will reflect business acumen, awareness of the economic landscape and proven success with change management strategies while accomplishing these and other critical functions:

• Providing recommendations to the Director of Administration regarding all aspects of the human resources offerings for the office and the firm
• Acting as a key resource to the Director of Administration providing creative and effective use of staff resources, researching and recommending resourcing strategies for the office
• Managing and coordinating the provision of adequate functional and professional skills training for the office; identifying training needs/skills gaps, and working in collaboration with the Global Learning and Development team to design and conduct training and development programs; supporting the development, implementation, and assessment of on-going training programs
• Establishing effective communication with all personnel regarding firm policies, procedures and expectations; facilitating conflict resolution among attorneys, paralegals, secretaries and staff in accordance with firm policy and procedures, and best practice
• In partnership with the Global Talent Management team, assuming responsibility for the recruiting process for all staff candidates in the office; ensuring advertising and job placement is appropriate for all positions to generate a valuable talent pool; interviewing candidates as appropriate, and making recommendations to managers regarding high caliber candidates; providing recruiting and interviewing skills coaching in the office, as needed
• Designing orientation programs to facilitate effective integration of new employees in collaboration with hiring managers; leading new staff integration efforts in the office to foster a positive introduction to the firm and taking concrete sustained steps to ensure new employees quickly become fully productive
• Managing, training, and coaching the office’s human resources team; focusing, defining and assisting the team in their professional and career development endeavors
• Staying abreast of new human resources processes and market trends including current and pending federal, state, and local employment laws or court precedents; identifying workforce trends which may impact the office and being creative in identifying methods and programs to ensure the workforce is compliant
• Acting as lead resource in the office for human resources queries, initiatives, programs and processes; providing guidance and direction to department managers with regards to employee development and relations matters including hiring, training, counseling, and coaching of staff employees
• In collaboration with the Global Benefits team, acting as office lead for all health and welfare benefit programs provided by the firm; understanding the firm’s benefit offerings for attorneys and staff, and providing local leadership for key processes including leaves of absence and annual enrollment
• Leading the non-exempt yearly performance review and bonus process for the office; providing training and support to managers, supervisors, and staff regarding effective review writing skills; monitoring performance review documentation for quality and compliance in accordance with the firm’s standards; assisting the Director of Administration by recommending salary increases and reviewing bonus allocations for all non-exempt staff in the office
• Counseling staff who are not meeting firm standards and working with appropriate manager to create development plans for improvement; making recommendations and facilitates employee terminations; coordinating exit procedures, conducting exit interviews and monitoring staff turnover data
• Developing and maintaining strong, interactive relationships with key members of the office leadership, including, but not limited to, the Office Managing Partner, Director of Administration, all office managers and supervisors, and members of the local associates and paralegal committees
• Developing and maintaining strong, interactive relationships with all members of the Global Human Resources department; leveraging the Global HR team as supporting resources as required; operating within the firm’s global policies and strategies set forth by the global HR team
• Interpreting and implementing the firm's Human Resources policies; may contribute to the development of new policies in conjunction with the Global Human Resources Department
• Responding to EEOC, ADA, workers' compensation, and unemployment claims based on firm policies and standards; conducting annual file audit to ensure compliance with all federal, state or country regulations
• Developing and managing annual departmental budget and providing monthly variance explanations as needed
• Coordinating with other offices/departments of the firm where overlap exists to introduce efficiencies to streamline processes and satisfy various business needs
• Completing projects on various HR related topics, as needed
• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers

As the Human Resources Manager, you will be expected to apply your organizational and communication skills while displaying a positive, high-energy attitude. The successful Human Resources Manager must have comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources theories and concepts, as well as the ability to understand and apply Federal, State, and Local Employment Laws or Court Precedents, including but not limited to: OSHA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, ADEA, and FMLA.  The Manager must display excellent leadership skills necessary for effective management with the ability to delegate, inspire and communicate effectively.  The ability to use independent judgment and discretion when making majority of decisions is required.  HRIS experience, preferably with PeopleSoft and Kronos Timekeeper, is a plus. A Bachelor's degree is required.  A focus in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.  Eight (8) to ten (10) years of Human Resources Management experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.  Six-plus (6+) years of progressively responsible Human Resources management experience is desired.  Four (4) years of experience implementing and administering Human Resources policies and procedures is desired. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ link. Latham & Watkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity, equal opportunity and sustainability enables Latham & Watkins to draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms. For information regarding family care and medical leave (CFRA), click here.

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