Associate Director of AI Governance

About the role

The Associate Director of AI Governance is an integral part of Latham & Watkins' Information Governance team. This role is responsible for developing and executing the firm's AI governance framework, ensuring compliance with evolving legal and ethical standards, including AI safety and the responsible use of AI, while overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive AI governance framework that aligns with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

This role is located in either the New York or Downtown Los Angeles office. The position may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining policies, guidelines, and documentation for the responsible development and deployment of AI tools, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI governance into existing compliance and risk management processes and to ensure AI practices comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks
• Reviewing and responding to AI-related provisions in engagement terms and outside counsel guidelines from clients
• Providing expert advice and guidance to internal teams and clients on AI governance and compliance matters
• Engaging with firm clients as necessary to answer questions related to the responsible use of Generative AI and the firm’s AI governance framework
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

Qualifications

• Demonstrate highly developed and professional interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
• Display a strong understanding and experience with emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, and their practical applications in a legal or corporate environment
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of relevant AI and privacy legislation, including the EU AI Act and GDPR

Benefits

• Athletic club membership
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• Mental health services
• Professional development programs
• Well-being programs (e.g. mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• 401(k) plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year
• PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure