Business Development Senior Specialist – Global Litigation & Trial

Latham & Watkins; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, life and disability insurance

Generous 401(k) plan

PTO program that accrues 23 days

Well-being programs

Professional development programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Latham & Watkins is seeking a Business Development Senior Specialist in New York. This role focuses on supporting litigation strategies and maintaining market knowledge. Key responsibilities include research, collaboration with teams, and protecting sensitive information.

We are looking for candidates with a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 4 years' experience in related fields, and a solid understanding of the litigation landscape. Benefits include healthcare, a generous 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of related subject matter experience.
• At least two years of experience working in litigation practice areas at a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Stay informed on litigation and technology intersection.
• Provide research and reporting to enhance client relationships.
• Collaborate on visibility initiatives and disseminate market trends.
• Protect sensitive information.

Skills

Knowledge of litigation landscape

Ability to manage multiple work streams

Customer-service focus

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. The role will be located in one of our San Francisco, Silicon Valley, New York, Washington, D.C., or Chicago offices. It may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in‑office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

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 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 related subject matter experience and related analytical experience, including a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience working within litigation practice areas with a law firm.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance.
• Generous 401(k) 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 (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.

Pay Range

USD $100,000.00 – USD $125,000.00 / Yr.

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.