Manager of Enterprise Applications

Latham & Watkins LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, life and disability保险

401k plan

11+ paid holidays and 23 days PTO

Well-being programs

Professional development

Employee discounts

Affinity groups

Job summary

Latham & Watkins LLP in Los Angeles seeks a Manager of Enterprise Applications to lead the Technology & Information Services team responsible for deploying and maintaining the firm’s enterprise applications. The role is based in Downtown Los Angeles with a hybrid in-office schedule possible.

Candidates should have 5+ years in IT, 3+ years in IT management, and expertise with SQL databases, web services (IIS and Apache Tomcat), and the Microsoft 365 suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, IS, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Information Technology.
• 3+ years of experience in Information Technology management.
• 5+ years of IT software experience in the legal industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Enterprise Applications staff.
• Oversee deployment and maintenance of enterprise applications across the firm.
• Coordinate upgrades, patches and security enhancements.
• Ensure secure handling of sensitive information.

Skills

Enterprise apps

Analytical troubleshooting

Multi-tier platforms

SQL databases

IT security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft IIS

Apache Tomcat

Microsoft 365

SQL databases

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 Enterprise Applications is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will be responsible for leading the team that is responsible for the deployment and maintenance of all Enterprise applications in use at the firm, while supervising and developing their staff. This role will be located in our Global Services Office, located 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:

• Organizing, assigning, delegating, and coordinating the work of the staff to ensure department objectives are met timely and accurately; generating a formal performance evaluation for departmental employees
• Drafts communications announcing software upgrades, application fixes, deployment of security patches and other notifications to Technology Managers in all offices
• Acting as lead resource for technology questions, issues, upgrades, and installations for the firm
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining the firm’s enterprise applications systems under their vertical; examples include but are not limited to business productivity tools, the firm’s AI tools, Teams, and the Microsoft 365 suite
• Developing and deploying software fixes, security patches, and feature updates to maintain a secure and stable environment
• 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:

• Exhibit knowledge of and proficiency in multi-tier enterprise application platforms, including Microsoft SQL databases, web services (Microsoft IIS and Apache Tomcat), and application specific services
• Display analytical skills needed to troubleshoot a variety of symptoms, diagnose problems, and test, recommend, and implement solutions to technology problems
• Possess the ability to use database software, spreadsheet, and word processing software and equipment to complete analysis and reports

And have:

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the Information Technology profession
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Information Technology management
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the field of Information Technology software within the legal industry, 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 $167,000.00 - USD $192,000.00 /Yr.