About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins, a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world, is seeking 2024 graduates, or those who have graduated within the last two years, to join our two-year Technology Business Services Training Program in our Global Serivces office in downtown Los Angeles beginning in Summer 2024.

About the Role

As a Technology Business Services Trainee, you'll play an integral role in our large, diverse, business-focused technology community. The department is instrumental in driving firmwide technology developments, providing support and consulting services to the firm's global business. You will get exposure to project assignment opportunities within a department that offers diverse career prospects in technical, legal, and professional fields.

Over the two years, you’ll gain valuable experience working with colleagues from around the world and develop skills that will serve you well in your future career. The first year focuses on building a foundation of experience and capability in fundamental technologies, while the second year, based on your preferences, abilities, and business need, is dedicated to a specific function within the technology group.

Throughout both years, you'll actively contribute to advancing our department’s business objectives, nurture robust technical, professional, and communication skills, and gain invaluable insights into how technology supports business goals. This ensures a well-rounded and enriching learning experience.

This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Los Angeles, CA. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Join our team if you:

• Are enthusiastic about leveraging technology to creatively address human-centric business challenges
• Are passionate about making technology accessible and engaging for everyone
• Thrive on the prospect of meeting and collaborating with individuals from all corners of the globe

Other key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with numerous technology teams — including, but not limited to, Global Technology Support, Infrastructure & Operations, Enterprise Applications, Information Governance, Financial Development & Data Integration, and Technology Training & Communications Services — as part of a rotational schedule
• Utilizing software tools, such as Excel, OneNote, Asana, Microsoft Teams, and ServiceNow, to maintain department records and develop materials as required

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Display a bright, talented, naturally ambitious, and highly motivated attitude
• Demonstrate a strong level of written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a customer service orientation
• Possess a strong interest, or extensive prior experience, in using technology to solve problems
• Have a genuine desire to work in a supportive and enjoyable work environment

And have:

• Completed a Bachelor's degree by the start date of the program

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
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.

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Pay Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $60,000.00 /Yr.

Latham & Watkins, an international law firm, advises the businesses and institutions that power the global economy. Our professional staff and paralegals support our lawyers to provide high quality and impactful work for our clients and the world around us. At Latham & Watkins, you belong as you are.