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    "description": "<h2>About Latham & Watkins</h2>\n<p>Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s 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.</p>\n<h2>About the Role</h2>\n<p>The Associate Director of Partner Recruiting - US is an integral part of Latham’s Partner Recruiting & Integration team. 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Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Healthcare, life and disability insurance</li>\n <li>A generous 401k plan</li>\n <li>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</li>\n <li>Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) </li>\n <li>Professional development programs</li>\n <li>Employee discounts</li>\n <li>Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. 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