Latham & Watkins LLP

Lead procurement activities for office operations, including sourcing, negotiations, and supplier relationship management. | Minimum 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and procurement, with a focus on office-related categories. | About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration. About the Role The Procurement Category Manager - Office Operations is an integral part of Latham's Global Finance team. This role will be responsible for working as a senior member and individual contributor of a team to procure goods and services on behalf of the organization within the guidelines and procedures established by the firm and the Global Procurement Department, as well as establishing and maintaining trusted internal stakeholder relationships. In close partnership with Real Estate & Workplace Experience teams, the Office Operations Procurement Category Manager will be responsible for the effective execution of RFI/RFP's and strategic sourcing initiatives or projects, while helping to oversee critical supplier relationships across products and services procured by, and aligned with Real Estate and Workplace Experience. Example spend categories are office buildouts, management, utilities, maintenance, furniture, janitorial services, food services, security services, office equipment, and supplies. Along with related managed and outsourced services. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los AngelesPlease note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include: • Acting as the lead procurement professional for the Office Operations category in a strategic and supportive manner to purchase required products and services • Using a consultative approach and expertise to conduct strategic sourcing events, including collecting, analyzing, and presenting data and recommendations to various levels of management across the organization • Partnering with the business in contract and price negotiations, including reviewing business terms, Service Level Agreements, Statements of Work, etc. • Facilitating a collaborative approach to Category Management, including but not limited to category spend analytics, multi-year strategic sourcing roadmaps, and acquiring and educating the enterprise on markets, suppliers, and trends • Working collaboratively with suppliers and Real Estate and Workplace Experience teams to enhance supplier value and innovation • Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains We'd love to hear from you if you: • Demonstrate understanding and familiarity with office operations-related products, services, and global suppliers • Display strong leadership and organizational skills, with a focus on problem solving • Possess the ability to make good decisions based on a mixture of input from others, analysis, and sound judgment And have: • A bachelor's degree or equivalent • A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible strategic sourcing experience, including vendor negotiations and RFx events • Experience in procurement category management, vendor management/vendor risk management, and commercial negotiations • Experience establishing a Strategic Sourcing function or helping significantly mature a function, preferably • Global Procurement experience, preferably 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 • Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. 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. Please click here to view the full job description for this role. Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #MidSenior #LI-AF1 Pay Range USD $150,000.00 - USD $175,000.00 /Yr.

Developing and implementing media relations and brand communication strategies for the firm, including crisis management and promoting citizenship programs. | Minimum of 12 years of progressive PR and communications experience, preferably in a professional services environment, with a relevant bachelor's degree. | About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration. About the Role The Associate Director of Global Citizenship Media Relations is an integral part of Latham’s Brand & Communications team. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing media relations and brand communications strategies for the firm, including crisis and public affairs–oriented initiatives, and supporting leadership, while developing and executing strategic media relations to promote the firm’s brand, culture, values, and citizenship programs, including the firm’s market-leading pro bono, inclusion and belonging, and environmental sustainability programs. This role will be located in either our New York or Washington, DC office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include: Identifying and seeking opportunities to secure positive media coverage and co-leading proactive media outreach campaigns Serving as a main point of contact for citizenship-related media inquiries, including in support of pro bono matters, firm citizenship, and other programs that present brand opportunities or pose reputational risk Developing and implementing strategic communication plans, and providing functional support for the firm’s response plans, including developing protocols and templates to support real-time issues management and cross-functional communications responses Preparing communication materials to support the firm’s citizenship programs, including messaging, scenario planning, audience mapping, and monitoring, among other activities Managing day-to-day coordination with outside PR and communications agencies on global issues, including firm reputation and specific issues Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains We’d love to hear from you if you: Exhibit proven professional communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff throughout the firm Demonstrate the initiative to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus Possess the ability to multi-task and adapt to continuously evolving technology platforms And have: A minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible PR and communications experience, in a professional services environment, preferably A minimum of twelve (12) years of cumulative experience A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in public relations, communications, business administration, or related field 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 Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. Please click here to view the full job description for this role. Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #Director #LI-JB1 Pay Range USD $215,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.