As a Lobbying Compliance Manager at Latham and member of the Firm’s Office of the General Counsel, you will have primary responsibility for completing and filing the firm’s lobbying registrations and reports in multiple jurisdictions in Southern California.  You will independently manage the reporting process, preparing registration and reporting in compliance with relevant laws and rules, and coordinate with lobbyists, clients, and government staff to ensure filings are submitted accurately and on time. Additional responsibilities in the administration of the Firm’s compliance program for lobbying and related political activity, may include updating policies and procedures and collecting and analyzing information regarding work on international, federal, state and local government matters, with a primary focus on land use matters in jurisdictions in the State of California. You will be familiar with, and advise personnel on, legal requirements and typical registration practices.  As the Firm’s business needs require, you may also support other compliance-related functions under the responsibility of the Office of the General Counsel.   The Lobbying Compliance Manager will also serve as a first point of contact internally for lobbying-related inquiries and will work directly with clients and other lobbying firms to ensure Firm and client reporting needs are met. The Manager will also monitor developments in lobbying regulations and current events, inform attorneys of notable updates, and coordinate Firm activities to ensure compliance. You will develop solutions to compliance needs that not only meet legal requirements, but are practical and efficient, so as to minimize any administrative burden on timekeepers while accomplishing these and other critical functions:      

• Maintaining the Firm’s records regarding compliance with state and local lobbying laws and regulations and ensuring that all legally-mandated disclosure filings are completed accurately, completely and in a timely manner
• Maintaining familiarity with applicable local, state, federal, and international laws
• Overseeing a system for tracking lobbyist work on, or payments received relating to, clients and/or matters requiring lobbying disclosure
• Proactively seeking out attorneys who may be involved in lobbying work and informing them of the legal requirements for registration
• Assisting attorneys with determining whether or not registration is necessary
• Reviewing reports or other documents to determine expenditures for lobbying activities, and consulting with attorneys involved in the matter to confirm the appropriate disclosure amounts
• Managing communication with clients and their political compliance counsel to ensure consistent reporting
• Tracking political campaign and charitable contributions as appropriate to the overall lobbying compliance function
• Monitoring developments in lobbying, campaign finance, and political fundraising laws and regulations as applicable to the Firm’s attorneys and work
• Conducting periodic orientation and training sessions on the Firm’s lobbying reporting process
• Monitoring and vetting Firm participation in events involving government officials in applicable jurisdictions
• Routinely evaluating existing internal systems and processes for improvements in quality and efficiency
• Developing internal controls and policies designed to ensure that all relevant compliance needs are met
• Identifying and researching additional compliance topics that may be applicable to the Firm and/or registered lobbyists
• Coordinating with internal finance and technology staff regarding system maintenance
• Developing knowledge of Firm work involving lobbying (specific clients, ELR practice, etc.)

As a Lobbying Compliance Manager, you will be expected to apply your organizational and communication skills while displaying a positive, high-energy attitude. The ideal candidate has well-developed and professional interpersonal skills and can effectively interface with attorneys, management, support staff and outside contacts with ease. The Lobbying Compliance Manager must have organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously. A Bachelor’s degree is required. A minimum of three (3) years of related post-collegiate professional work experience, or experience in land use and project development, is required.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ link. Latham & Watkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity, equal opportunity and sustainability enables Latham & Watkins to draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms. 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)​.  Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.

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