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Senior level professional sales specialist jobs place experienced professionals in charge of territory strategy, complex deal cycles, and the cross-functional teams that drive revenue outcomes. Opportunities are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Education, with 37% of openings offering remote or hybrid work, and employers like Databricks, WSP, and Willdan hiring at this level now.
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ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the 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. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Professional Development Senior Manager – Attorney Training is an integral part of Latham’s Professional Development team. This role will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive lawyer training programs across the firm, while overseeing the execution of firmwide Training and Career Enhancement (“TACE”) Academies in collaboration with senior department leaders, firm stakeholders and TACE Committee members; the Academies include associate academies at certain key milestones in an associates’ career, as well as New Counsel Academy, New Partner Academy, and the Partner Development Retreat. This role will be located in either our Chicago, New York, or Washington, D.C office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Developing and overseeing the Platform Integration Curriculum in collaboration with firm leaders, stakeholders, and TACE Committee members
- Serving as a trusted advisor to the Professional Development Department senior leadership, providing strategic subject matter expertise on lawyer training priorities, resource allocation, and alignment with firm and practice group goals
- Driving the design, development, and implementation of training curricula in collaboration with the TACE Committee, ensuring consistency, quality, and integration across practice groups and platforms
- Furthering the progress of the TACE Committee, including preparing meeting agendas and retreats, implementing action items and new initiatives; drafting a wide variety of training related communications for both internal and external audiences, including a variety of Latham news articles
- Conducting research and staying abreast of the latest developments in training, ensuring continuing enhancements through benchmarking with law firm peers and evaluating ways in which existing programs can be improved; overseeing the firm’s relevant accreditation and compliance processes for the training programs of the relevant lawyer departments or practice groups
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Possess advanced leadership and project management skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making) necessary for effective management
- Display exceptional and professional interpersonal skills (e.g., active listening), including superior written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels
- Demonstrate the ability to drive initiative and work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A J.D. from an accredited law school
- Prior experience as an associate in relevant department in a large law firm; preferably
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a legal or professional services environment
- A minimum of ten (10) years of cumulative experience
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:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and 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, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
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.
PAY RANGE: USD $215,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the 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. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Professional Development Senior Manager – Attorney Training is an integral part of Latham’s Professional Development team. This role will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive lawyer training programs across the firm, while overseeing the execution of firmwide Training and Career Enhancement (“TACE”) Academies in collaboration with senior department leaders, firm stakeholders and TACE Committee members; the Academies include associate academies at certain key milestones in an associates’ career, as well as New Counsel Academy, New Partner Academy, and the Partner Development Retreat. This role will be located in either our Chicago, New York, or Washington, D.C office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Developing and overseeing the Platform Integration Curriculum in collaboration with firm leaders, stakeholders, and TACE Committee members
- Serving as a trusted advisor to the Professional Development Department senior leadership, providing strategic subject matter expertise on lawyer training priorities, resource allocation, and alignment with firm and practice group goals
- Driving the design, development, and implementation of training curricula in collaboration with the TACE Committee, ensuring consistency, quality, and integration across practice groups and platforms
- Furthering the progress of the TACE Committee, including preparing meeting agendas and retreats, implementing action items and new initiatives; drafting a wide variety of training related communications for both internal and external audiences, including a variety of Latham news articles
- Conducting research and staying abreast of the latest developments in training, ensuring continuing enhancements through benchmarking with law firm peers and evaluating ways in which existing programs can be improved; overseeing the firm’s relevant accreditation and compliance processes for the training programs of the relevant lawyer departments or practice groups
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Possess advanced leadership and project management skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making) necessary for effective management
- Display exceptional and professional interpersonal skills (e.g., active listening), including superior written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels
- Demonstrate the ability to drive initiative and work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A J.D. from an accredited law school
- Prior experience as an associate in relevant department in a large law firm; preferably
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a legal or professional services environment
- A minimum of ten (10) years of cumulative experience
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:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and 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, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
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.
PAY RANGE: USD $215,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.
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Senior Level Professional Sales Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level professional sales specialist job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have owned full sales cycles, managed enterprise accounts, and can demonstrate measurable revenue impact. A strong portfolio of closed deals, experience coaching junior reps, and fluency in CRM analytics all give you an edge. Tailoring your resume to show strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration matters more at this stage than raw activity metrics.
Which companies hire senior level professional sales specialists?
Companies hiring senior level professional sales specialists right now include Databricks, WSP, and Willdan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among mid-size and enterprise organizations that need experienced professionals to lead strategic accounts and mentor growing sales teams.
Are there remote senior level professional sales specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 37% of senior level professional sales specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in how companies structure senior individual contributor and leadership roles. Field-based territory roles remain common, so checking each listing for location requirements is worthwhile.
What makes a professional sales specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and ownership. Rather than executing a playbook set by others, senior professionals are expected to shape territory strategy, manage complex multi-stakeholder deals independently, and contribute to process or product feedback loops. Mentoring junior team members and influencing go-to-market decisions are common expectations that distinguish senior roles from mid-level ones.
Which industries hire the most senior level professional sales specialists?
Senior Level professional sales specialist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because their products and services involve complex, consultative sales cycles that require the deep domain knowledge and relationship management skills senior professionals bring.