Senior Manager – Partner Recruiting & Integration, Talent Intelligence & Analytics

Latham & Watkins

. Lead proactive lateral partner and counsel search efforts globally .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $230,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in proactive partner and counsel search efforts, leveraging strong analytical skills to synthesize complex information into actionable insights. Proven ability to lead multi-stakeholder projects while maintaining confidentiality and fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

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Proactive Search ManagementMarket MappingStakeholder EngagementData SynthesisConfidential Information Handling

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisTalent PipeliningMarket ResearchInformation Synthesis

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsRelationship-BuildingJudgment and DiscretionOrganization and Attention to DetailIntellectual Curiosity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMBAJDMaster’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Partner RecruitingExecutive SearchConfidentialityTalent IdentificationMulti-Stakeholder Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead proactive lateral partner and counsel search efforts globally
Work closely with department leadership and Partner Recruiting and Research & Analysis teams
Oversee and project manage proactive search activity
Foster internal collaboration
Drive development and delivery of market maps and related research materials
Provide leadership with insights on market trends, competitor activity, and strategic talent opportunities
Monitor prospective candidates from talent pipelining and proactive search activity
Shape data collation and drive data capture for proactive searches, market mapping, talent pipelining, and early-stage candidate discussions
Synthesize information into actionable intelligence for senior stakeholders
Inform Partner Recruiting members about search context, hiring rationale, and candidates being pursued
Liaise between Partner Recruiting and Research & Analysis teams on talent identification efforts
Advise stakeholders on outreach strategies for target candidates and prospects
Ensure proactive-search candidates are efficiently handed over to applicable Recruiting Managers
Keep relevant teams informed about implications of proactive search efforts
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to engage confidently with senior executives and partners
Outstanding judgment, discretion, and professionalism handling highly confidential matters
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects from conception through execution
Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights
Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills across diverse teams
Exceptional organization and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities
Intellectual curiosity and ability to quickly learn new subject matter and business environments
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; MBA, JD, or Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a management role
Minimum of ten (10) years of partner or associate recruiting experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
Generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year and growing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, and well-being events
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Hybrid and in-office flexible working schedule may be available