Manager of Legal Innovation

Latham & Watkins LLP is hiring a Manager of Legal Innovation to drive forward-thinking initiatives across our Grand Central, Manhattan office and broader platform. In this full-time role, you'll lead the firm's efforts to reimagine legal service delivery, accelerate digital transformation, and position our lawyers and clients for competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

About the Role

As Manager of Legal Innovation, you'll champion a culture of continuous improvement and creative problem-solving within one of the world's most respected global law firms. You'll partner with senior leadership, practice groups, and support functions to identify opportunities where emerging technologies, new processes, and alternative delivery models can enhance client value and internal efficiency. This is a pivotal leadership position that combines strategic vision with hands-on execution—you'll be both architect and implementer of change.

What You'll Do

• Develop, scope, and oversee innovation projects spanning legal technology, knowledge management, client service models, and operational workflows
• Collaborate with practice leaders, partner groups, and technical teams to assess market trends, client needs, and competitive positioning
• Research, evaluate, and recommend adoption of legal tech tools, AI applications, and process automation opportunities
• Build business cases, manage project budgets, and track outcomes to demonstrate innovation impact
• Communicate strategic vision and progress to stakeholders across all levels of the firm
• Foster a learning environment that encourages experimentation and calculated risk-taking

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in legal services, law firm operations, legal technology, or management consulting
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and driving organizational change
• Strong understanding of law firm business models, client needs, and service delivery constraints
• Technical literacy and comfort evaluating emerging legal technologies and AI applications
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presence
• Strategic mindset paired with operational rigor and attention to detail

About Latham & Watkins LLP

Latham & Watkins is a premier global law firm with leading practices across corporate, litigation, finance, and regulatory work. Our commitment to innovation, investment in our people, and focus on the future drive exceptional client service and thriving attorney careers across major financial and business centers worldwide.

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