Manager of Technology - Digital Learning & Design

Latham & Watkins LLP • Los Angeles, CA

18d • $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 O ffice 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

• 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
• 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

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