Business Services Trainee

Business Services Trainee

The Business Services Trainee is an integral part of Latham's Office Administration team. This role will be responsible for providing support to the firm's administrative departments while participating in a rotational Business Services Training Program (BSTP), during which the Trainee will spend short-term periods in business services departments, while learning about the departments and performing a variety of tasks as assigned by managers, supervisors, and team members. This role will be located in our Global Services Office located 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.

The start date for the BST program will be in July 2026. Trainees must have completed a bachelor's degree by the start date of the program. Please note that this in an on-site position in our Global Services Office, with potential for hybrid flexibility depending on rotation assignment. The salary for this position is $60,000 / year. Note that due to the investment the firm makes in the training, integration, and development of Trainees, we ask that Trainees make a two-year minimum commitment to the firm.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include :

• Providing support to business services departments, which may include Attorney Support, Brand & Communications, Business Development, Global Finance, Human Capital & Talent, Legal Paralegal & Professional, Legal Talent, Office of the General Counsel, Technology & Information Services, or Workplace Experience during a rotation schedule
• Participating in general business skills training and department-specific trainings led by managers, supervisors, or team members
• Providing support relevant to the department; assisting with tasks supporting colleagues on the applicable team
• Completing projects and tasks as assigned in order to develop department-specific knowledge and skills
• Collaborating closely with internal and external clients while providing a high level of customer service
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and / or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

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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 :

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.

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Pay Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $60,000.00 / Yr.