Human Resources Generalist

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. 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 Generalist is an integral part of Latham’s Human Capital & Talent team. This role will be responsible for providing operational support to various functions and practice groups within firm offices, while serving as a point of contact for all human resources questions including but not limited to Paid Time Off, timekeeping system application, benefits eligibility, leave eligibility, accommodation requests, and recruiting, in addition to facilitating connection with appropriate functional departments, and providing updates to the team as needed. This role will be located in our Brussels office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. 

Other key responsibilities include:

• Understanding the firm’s human resources policies and Belgian social security legislation
• Answering most questions independently, while using appropriate judgement to collaborate and escalate complex questions and issues as appropriate, and following up to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Managing time entries in ServiceNow for Brussels, including following up with managers and supervisors, answering routine questions about timekeeping entries best practices and the “ServiceNow” system, and ensuring FLSA standards are met
• Leading new hire orientation and developing programmes to facilitate new employee integration during the first year of employment to meet the firm’s objectives for new hire retention
• Partnering with colleagues in the Office of the General Counsel, Well-Being & Benefits, Attorney Development, Business Services Recruiting, Development & Training, Compensation, and Strategy & Operations departments, as needed, to facilitate seamless communications and promote proactive services
• Promoting value-added benefits, wellness events, and training opportunities in partnership with the Well-Being & Benefits and Development & Training departments

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of human resources functions including working knowledge of Belgian social security legislation
• Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate the ability to cultivate relationships across teams at all organisational levels of the firm

And have:

• Relevant experience
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a focus in related field, preferably
• Business fluent written and spoken language skills in Dutch, French, and English

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:

• 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. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.  #Associate #LI-HW1 #LI-Hybrid