Latham & Watkins LLP is seeking an experienced Manager of Technology for its San Diego office. The Manager of Technology participates in strategic planning and goal implementation at the local and global levels. He or she is also responsible for supervising the daily functions of the technology staff in two San Diego office locations and will participate as a member of the Senior Management team. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the technology infrastructure, desktop systems and notebooks, remote computing, network maintenance and support, telecommunications, audio-visual systems and technology training.
The Manager of Technology interacts frequently with attorneys, paralegals and staff on issues relating to technology and practice support. Ability to communicate effectively with firm members at all levels is critical. He or she is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion in decision-making. Must be able to prioritize and organize tasks and respond to deadlines as well as lead, motivate and supervise a staff of nine. Must possess the analytical skills required to troubleshoot symptoms, diagnose problems and implement solutions.
This position requires 6 to 8 years of technology systems management with at least 4 years in a supervisory capacity. Demonstrated knowledge of PC applications, network administration and telecommunications systems a must. Should have experience with Windows XP, MS Office, IManage/Interwoven, Desksite, Terminal Server, RSA SecurID, VPN, Cisco phones and VOIP Should also be knowledgeable about drive mapping, server connections and network security. A B.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field is preferred. Prior law firm experience is a plus.
Must be willing to commute between San Diego and Del Mar offices as needed. Some after-hours work required. Must be able to lift hardware up to 40 pounds and perform typical equipment installations.
Latham & Watkins values versatility and adaptability in our fast paced, collaborative environment. Our Senior Managers are all working managers and, as such, lead by example. If you are interested in joining our team please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking the “Apply Now” link on this page.
About the Firm
Latham & Watkins LLP is one of the largest and most respected law firms in the world. A global, full-service firm with more than 4,000 personnel located in 27 offices around the world, both our litigation and transactional practices are highly regarded and our client list includes some of the world’s most prominent corporations. We are one of the world's largest law firms and we are driven by the core values that define who we are: respect, entrepreneurship, teamwork and a commitment to deliver the highest quality work and service to our clients. Latham is also a leader in pro bono services, providing more than $200 million of free legal services to those in need since 2000 and remaining very active in our communities. We also have been consistently ranked among the top 10 on The American Lawyer’s prestigious "A-List" and referred to by Chambers Global as an international powerhouse, growing in stature and a class operation.
An industry-leader, Latham employs the best and brightest professionals to sustain the firm's growing global infrastructure and support the operations of each of our practice offices. With a long tradition of teamwork and collegiality that dates back to our founding in 1934, we recognize that our success as a law firm is dependent on having top quality professionals in both our attorney and administrative ranks. We are committed to hiring top administrative talent in the areas of business development, finance and accounting, technology, human resources, information resources and records management, and operations. Candidates are attracted to our dynamic work environment, collegial atmosphere, unsurpassed training and professional development, as well as our commitment to diversity, respect and fair compensation. At Latham, we're one firm with a world of opportunities.