Associate Director of AI Governance

Considine Search; New York, Los Angeles (NY, CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, life and disability insurance

Generous 401k plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Well-being programs

Professional development programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an Associate Director of AI Governance to lead the development of AI governance frameworks and ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards. The ideal candidate will have a law degree, admission to a U.S. State Bar, and at least 10 years of relevant experience. This role offers a generous compensation package, including healthcare benefits and a 401k plan, with a supportive work environment fostering professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional services or industry experience.
• Experience with machine learning and natural language processing.
• Ability to interact effectively with various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the AI governance framework.
• Establish policies for the responsible use of AI tools.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with legal frameworks.
• Provide guidance on AI governance issues.
• Engage with clients on AI governance matters.

Skills

Expertise in AI governance

Strong interpersonal skills

Understanding of generative AI

Knowledge of AI and privacy legislation

Experience with compliance frameworks

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Admission to a U.S. State Bar

Job description

New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA

Summary

The Associate Director of AI Governance is an integral part of the firm’s Information Governance team and will be responsible for leading the development and execution of the firm’s AI governance framework, ensuring compliance with evolving legal and ethical standards, including AI safety and the responsible use of AI, while overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive AI governance framework that aligns with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. This role will be located in either the firm’s New York or downtown Los Angeles office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Establishing and maintaining policies, guidelines, and documentation for the responsible development and deployment of AI tools, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI governance into existing compliance and risk management processes and to ensure AI practices comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks
• Reviewing and responding to AI-related provisions in engagement terms and outside counsel guidelines from clients
• Providing expert advice and guidance to internal teams and clients on AI governance and compliance matters
• Engaging with firm clients as necessary to answer questions related to the responsible use of Generative AI and the firm’s AI governance framework
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
• Demonstrate highly developed and professional interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
• Display a strong understanding and experience with emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, and their practical applications in a legal or corporate environment
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of relevant AI and privacy legislation, including the EU AI Act and GDPR
• A law degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to at least one U.S. State Bar
• A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant professional services or industry experience

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 the firm’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

The firm 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), color, 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.

Compensation: $240,000.00-$295,000.00, plus bonus.

Salary active date: 3/13/2026.