Manager of Technology - Digital Learning & Design

Latham & Watkins LLP • Los Angeles, CA

20d • $170,000 - $185,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Technology - Digital Learning & Design is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will be responsible for leading the execution and delivery of innovative, high-quality digital learning content that drives the firm’s technology adoption goals, while leading, coaching, and managing the Digital Learning Design team, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Instructional Design, Education Technology, Communications, Digital Media, or related field
• A minimum eight (8) years’ experience in adult learning, instructional design, or digital training management
• A minimum of five (5) years' experience leading production teams or managing large-scale digital learning projects
• Proven success managing learning technology implementations, including LMS and LXP systems
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a geographically dispersed team
• Exhibit forward-thinking and innovative mindset focused on evolving technologies and learning modalities
• Possess excellent communication and influencing skills with senior stakeholders and cross- functional partners

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certifications such as ATD, CPTD, PMP, or equivalent, preferably
• Experience in legal, professional services, or financial sectors, preferably

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the production, delivery, and quality assurance of all digital learning content supporting firmwide technology initiatives
• Defining and enforcing digital content design standards, including templates, accessibility, and visual identity to maintain consistency and quality
• Managing the firm’s digital learning ecosystem, including the Learning Management System (LMS) and Learning Experience Platform (LXP), ensuring seamless integration, and an optimal learner experience
• Partnering with HR Learning & Development, global training leaders, and stakeholders to align digital learning solutions with business and technology priorities
• Evaluating, selecting, and managing AI-enabled tools and content platforms that enhance the efficiency and creativity of learning content production and management
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees