Manager of Data Solutions

Latham & Watkins LLP; Lancaster (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, life and disability insurance

Generous 401k plan

PTO program with 23 days during the first year

Professional development programs

Job summary

Latham & Watkins LLP is seeking a Manager of Data Solutions in California to lead their data engineering team and drive organizational data strategy initiatives. This role emphasizes innovation and collaborative problem-solving while utilizing cutting-edge technology like Microsoft Fabric.

Candidates should have proven experience in data management and business intelligence, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a generous compensation package, including healthcare benefits and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a supervisory role focused on data management.
• Strong understanding of data structures and database systems.
• Experience with SQL and data modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the data engineering team and drive data strategy.
• Oversee maintenance of business intelligence systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data needs.
• Manage data-related projects including timelines and budgets.

Skills

Data management

Business intelligence

Microsoft Fabric

Power BI

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Synapse

Data Factory

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

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 Manager of Data Solutions is an integral part of Latham’s Technology and Information Services team. This role will be responsible for leading the data engineering team and driving the organization\'s data strategy initiatives, while developing and implementing comprehensive data management strategies that align with organizational goals, with a focus on utilizing Microsoft Fabric for data integration. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in downtown Los Angeles. 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:

• Leading and mentoring a team of data architects and engineers, and integration programmers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Overseeing the maintenance and enhancement of business intelligence systems and processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
• Working with the Associate Director of Data Integration & Business Intelligence to prioritize resources and projects, ensuring efficient use of Microsoft Fabric
• Collaborating with Technology and business stakeholders to identify data needs and deliver solutions that drive business value
• Managing data-related projects, including timelines, resources, budgets, and deliverables, with a focus on strategic outcomes
• 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:

• Demonstrate proven experience in data management, business intelligence, or a related field, with a track record of managerial responsibilities
• Exhibit a strong understanding of data structures, database systems, data warehousing, and data modeling, with experience in Microsoft Fabric, Synapse, Data Factory, etc.
• Possess experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik)

And have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory role with a focus on data management and business intelligence
• Experience with SQL and modern development practices, including building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data models that support analytics, reporting, and metric automation, preferably

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.

Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).

Pay Range

USD $160,000.00 - USD $185,000.00 /Yr.