Latham & Watkins, a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world, is seeking an Enterprise Applications Analyst - Events and Trials to join our dynamic team 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. Travel to remote locations is required for up to 1-3 weeks at a time of this role, with total travel ranging from 25-50%, depending on number of offsite events each a year. Some travel could come up last minute. Lifting up to 50 lbs. of computer equipment on a semi-frequent basis is required of this role.

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
As an Enterprise Applications Analyst - Events and Trials, you will be responsible for project managing the planning and support of various business meetings, client events, war rooms, and court locations. You will also implement their plans onsite which includes the setup, maintenance, and support of all networking, software, and hardware for remote locations with the assistance of the other Enterprise Applications, Events and Trials team members. Other key responsibilities include:

• Planning and organizing multiple events, ensuring that there is proper support and equipment coverages
• Assisting the team in planning the logistics for upcoming offsite meetings, trials, or events
• Meeting and coordinating with other internal technology departments for various on-site events and trials
• Installing, configuring, supporting, and troubleshooting desktop/notebook and monitor hardware
• Troubleshooting software problems of practice office attorneys and paralegals as they relate to firm wide, departmentally-driven technology projects
• Researching and evaluating hardware and software on the market applicable to remote computing and to the legal profession, as well as making recommendations to the firm regarding new products

About you
We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have knowledge and proficiency in a wide variety of software programs, including the latest versions of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server, Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
• Possess knowledge and proficiency of various remote communication methodologies, including Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Remote Desktop Services (RDS), Multifactor (MFA) authentication technology, and VPN
• Display the ability to assist with design, configuration, setup, and troubleshooting of offsite networks
• Have a background in AV/VC installation, setup, and support

And have:

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience working directly with legal professionals, preferably in trial and war room situations
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in project management related to planning event logistics
• A minimum of three (3) years of related experience working with desktop computers, notebook computers, and/or Remote Desktop Services (RDS) / Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) preferred, as well as experience with installations and upgrades, training, and technical documentation

Compensation & Benefits
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also receive a generous and competitive total compensation package. The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and location. Discretionary bonuses may be awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance — and profit-sharing partnership contributions to 401(k) accounts may be given based on firm performance.

Latham's comprehensive and best-in-class benefits support employees through every stage of life:

• Healthcare, dental, and vision plans
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Generous 401(k) plan and firm-paid basic life and disability insurance
• Extensive resources for parents and caregivers
• Family building and fertility resources
• And much more!

In addition, employees receive:

• 10 paid holidays per year and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Ongoing professional development and career support, including bespoke training and leadership development programs, firm-paid access to LinkedIn Learning courses, and career coaching.
• Peer networking, mentoring, and professional support through our eight global staff affinity groups

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity, equal opportunity and sustainability enables Latham & Watkins to draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms.

Latham & Watkins LLP is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our employees and partners, their families, and members of our community against COVID-19. Accordingly, the Firm requires all partners and employees based in the United States to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees must present proof of full COVID-19 vaccination at the time that a conditional offer of employment is made. This policy is mandatory except for employees with a documented legally permissible exemption for not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

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