Editorial Services Specialist

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture.

About the role

The Editorial Services Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Brand & Communications team. This role will be responsible for a wide variety of editing and writing projects, collaborating with the Brand & Communications department on tight-deadline assignments to develop content for internal and external audiences. The role is located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles and may be eligible for a flexible hybrid working schedule.

Responsibilities

• Gather information, edit, write, and coordinate the development of awards nominations, survey responses, and other rankings and accolades submissions.
• Edit copy to publicize awards and rankings on a range of internal and external channels.
• Draft and edit post-event summaries and related conference and seminar marketing materials.
• Communicate edits and suggestions to lawyers and staff around the globe.
• Generate new ideas for producing creative and compelling content for target audiences.
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum of three years of experience in communications, journalism, and/or public relations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of core business writing principles, including external and internal communications, branding, tone of voice, and competitive intelligence.
• Well-developed, professional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels.
• Excellent language skills, including reading, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous 401k plan.
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, plus a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure.
• Well-being programs (e.g., mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency resources, medical resources, well-being events).
• Professional development programs.
• Employee discounts.
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.
• Bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance.

Pay

USD $75,000.00 – USD $90,000.00 per year.