OGC Assistant General Counsel – Strategic Operations & Compliance

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

The OGC Assistant General Counsel is an integral part of Latham’s Office of the General Counsel team. This role will be responsible for serving as a key support to the Deputy General Counsel, while assisting in all aspects of strategy and operations. This role will be located in our Washington, D.C. or New York office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing and managing special projects, while ensuring alignment with the strategic vision and goals of the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel
• Attending various meetings, retreats, and events to build relationships and ensure the input and representation of the Deputy General Counsel and/or General Counsel
• Working on large-scale projects and initiatives, translating ideas into actionable plans, and ensuring successful implementation
• Conducting legal research projects and drafting legal documents, and providing substantive legal support as needed
• Assisting with budgeting and budget oversight for the department, ensuring efficient allocation and use of resources, and consistency across verticals
• 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 excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the firm
• Exhibit strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Possess proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• A JD from an accredited law school
• A minimum of six (6) years of experience in a legal environment, with a focus on compliance, conflicts, and operational support
• Experience in a large law firm Office of the General Counsel, preferably

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.

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