Attorney Training & Development Lead

Latham & Watkins LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Well-being programs

Professional development

Employee discounts

Affinity groups

Job summary

Latham & Watkins seeks a Professional Development Manager – Attorney Training to lead comprehensive lawyer training programs, working with senior leaders to enhance curricula and training initiatives. The role supports the TACE Committee and key department chairs across the firm.

Located in New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, or LA, the role offers hybrid and in-office options, and involves collaboration with Global Department Chairs and Practice Group Chairs to align training with firm goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• J.D. from an accredited law school required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Minimum of 7 years of cumulative experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement training curricula in collaboration with the TACE Committee.
• Prepare meeting agendas and retreats; draft training communications for internal and external audiences.
• Research latest developments in training and benchmark with peers to enhance programs.
• Act as strategic project manager for major training initiatives and special projects.
• Assist in performance evaluations and partner with Human Capital to recruit, train, coach, and manage staff.
• Protect highly sensitive, confidential information related to the firm.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer-service focus

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Latham & Watkins seeks a Professional Development Manager – Attorney Training to lead comprehensive lawyer training programs, working with senior leaders to enhance curricula and training initiatives. The role supports the TACE Committee and key department chairs across the firm.

Located in New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, or LA, the role offers hybrid and in-office options, and involves collaboration with Global Department Chairs and Practice Group Chairs to align training with firm goals.