Associate Director, Knowledge Management – Senior KM Counsel, Finance

Latham & Watkins

. Lead, manage, and supervise KM colleagues, including KM Counsel and KM Lawyers .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $300,000 - $380,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Knowledge Management strategy development and implementation within a legal context, with a strong focus on finance transactions and regulatory frameworks. Proven ability to lead and manage teams, allocate responsibilities, and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

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JD Or EquivalentAdmission To US State BarManagement ExperienceFinance Transactions ExpertiseKnowledge Management Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Practice ManagementData AnalysisMarket Insights PreparationAI-Based Workflow DevelopmentRegulatory Framework Knowledge

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationStrategic ThinkingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Legal Innovation ToolsInformation Services Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

JD Or EquivalentAdmission To US State Bar

Industry Keywords

Knowledge ManagementFinance TransactionsLegal ServicesMarket TrendsPractice Group Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, manage, and supervise KM colleagues, including KM Counsel and KM Lawyers
Provide guidance and support the growth and development of the KM Team
Develop a framework and oversee practicing lawyers’ involvement in the Practice Group’s KM activities
Allocate workflow and responsibility between practicing lawyers and the KM Team
Provide recommendations on KM Team recruiting strategy
Distill internal deal and matter datasets to prepare market insights for internal and external use
Monitor legal, regulatory, and market landscapes and identify emerging trends
Lead development of materials communicating trends to practice group members, clients, and prospective clients
Collaborate with Technology & Information Services leadership and the Legal Innovation team
Drive development and implementation of AI-based workflows for extracting and analyzing key provisions from Firm databases and operative documents
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information
Develop and execute the Practice Group’s KM strategy, priorities, resourcing, programs, activities, and workflow
Report to the Director of Global Knowledge Management and collaborate with Practice Group Chairs

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD or equivalent
Admission to at least one US State Bar or other jurisdiction in which the firm operates
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible practice management experience in a legal or other professional services environment
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a management role
Minimum of eight (8) years as a practicing attorney with a leading international law firm
Significant experience in finance transactions
Deep subject matter knowledge of finance transactions, including market standards, deal and matter structures, and regulatory frameworks relevant to KM resource development
Ability to quickly and fully understand the Practice Group’s strategy and priorities
Ability to quickly build a deep understanding of the areas of expertise and services provided by the Practice Group and KM Team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, and well-being events
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence may be available