Business Development Senior Specialist – Global Litigation & Trial

Latham & Watkins LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Latham & Watkins LLP in the United States is seeking a Business Development Senior Specialist for Global Litigation & Trial to drive BD strategies across major litigation practice groups. The role reports to the BD team and works with lawyers, marketing, and other support teams.

Located in SF, Silicon Valley, Downtown LA, NY, or DC with possible hybrid schedule, the role emphasizes research, market trend analysis, client development, and collaboration to identify opportunities and prepare

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant business development experience and related analytical experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience working within litigation practice areas at a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of developments and trends at the intersection of litigation and technology, and remain informed of all major new clients and matters.
• Provide research, analysis, and reporting to support identification and development of new clients and enhancement of existing client relationships.
• Support the practice groups in routine analysis and reporting of practice and industry competition, market trends, internal financial information, business opportunities, and pitch activity in efforts to develop and implement internal and external strategies both globally and by region.
• Collaborate with lawyers, BD, and public relations teams on speaking opportunities, webinars, and other visibility initiatives.
• Disseminate relevant sector, market, and client trends internally.
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged information.

Skills

Research & analysis

Pitch support

Collaboration

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About Latham & Watkins

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.

About the Role

The Business Development Senior Specialist – Global Litigation & Trial is an integral part of Latham’s Business Development team. This role will be responsible for working closely with the Litigation & Trial Business Development (BD) team to execute the strategies of the various Litigation & Trial practice groups, while developing and maintaining in-depth knowledge of the firm’s market position, competitive landscape, client base, and bench of expertise in litigation. This role will be located in either our San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Downtown Los Angeles (Global Services Office), New York, or Washington, D.C. 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

Other key responsibilities include:

• Staying abreast of developments and trends at the intersection of litigation and technology, and remaining informed of all major new clients and matters
• Providing research, analysis, and reporting to support the identification and development of new clients and the enhancement of existing client relationships
• Supporting the practice groups in routine analysis and reporting of practice and industry competition, market trends, internal financial information, business opportunities, and pitch activity in efforts to develop and implement internal and external strategies both globally and by region
• Collaborating with lawyers, BD, and public relations teams on speaking opportunities, webinars, and other visibility initiatives
• Disseminating relevant sector, market, and client trends internally
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess knowledge of the litigation landscape
• Demonstrate the ability to execute multiple work streams and manage priorities effectively
• Display the ability to work in a team environment with a customer-service focus

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant business development experience and related analytical experience
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience working within litigation practice areas at a law firm

Benefits & Additional Information

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:

• 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

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), 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.

Pay Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.