Attorney Support ManagerAs an Attorney Support Manager, you will be responsible for establishing strategic and operational priorities for the attorney support teams in the office, which includes organizing, supervising and developing attorney support staff. This role will be located in our Los Angeles office and will oversee attorney support personnel across both our Los Angeles and Los Angeles Downtown offices. Please note that this role may require working in-office up to five (5) days per week.Responsibilities & QualificationsOther key responsibilities include:Establishing strategic and operational priorities for the attorney support functions in the office while working closely with the Director of Administration and Global Business Support to ensure priorities are aligned with the office strategic priorities and global ASA platformMonitoring workflow and coordination of assignments based upon daily Firm and client needsCoaching and counselling attorney support team members, as neededEstablishing effective communication with the attorney support staff regarding firm policies, procedures and expectations as well as conducting attorney support staff meetings as necessary and in line with department guidelinesManaging the performance review process, incorporating all appropriate feedback; recommending salary increases and discretionary bonuses for attorney support staff, and delivering performance messages in line with departmental guidelinesSupporting billing operations, partnering with the Finance team and Director of Administration to monitor billing progress, maintain billing data integrity, identify process improvements, and ensure consistent training and support for all billing-related procedures and systemsProtecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retainsWe'd love to hear from you if you:Display excellent leadership skills (e.g.
organizing, planning, problem-solving and decision-making) necessary for effective managementBring extensive people management experience with a demonstrated ability to lead, develop, coach, and inspire high-performing teams through growth, change, and evolving business needsDemonstrate the ability to use independent judgment and discretion when making decisionsHave strong business and financial acumenDisplay excellent interpersonal and communication skillsPossess a strategic, growth-oriented mindsetPossess knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including MS OfficeAnd have:A Bachelor's degree or equivalentA minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experienceA minimum of six (6) years of experience in a supervisory/management capacity, preferably in a law firmExperience driving change initiativesLegal secretarial experience, preferablyExperience in a US law firm, preferablyBenefits & Additional InformationSuccessful 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 insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & 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 $155,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.