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Professional Development Manager

November 30, 2018 By mindyinle

Position: Professional Development Manager
Comp Package: Base to $170K, Full Benefits, Bonus, 401K+ Match, etc.
Location: New York City

Responsibilities:

  • Develop a professional relationship with partners and associates, including an in-depth understanding of professional aspirations, experiences, strengths, development needs, and relevant personal circumstances
  • Monitor associate development to ensure associates are progressing along the practice area’s desired developmental trajectory and follow-up on development plans
  • Assist in preparation of review messages and performance summaries; coordinate/attend associate and counsel review meetings and facilitate evaluation processes for the practice with the Attorney Development team
  • Coordinate with Hiring Team on new hires, Summer Program, Rotating Associates, and mentor program
  • Participate in defining the overall training agenda for practice area and coordinate training to meet identified development needs
  • Work with staffing partner to ensure that each attorney is fully utilized within their area, having the opportunity to work on a variety of matters and with a variety of partners, while balancing development opportunities with client needs
  • Ensure consistency of experiences and equitable distribution of assignments across the practice area. Monitor utilization and intervene as appropriate
  • Manage information flow in the required systems and policy compliance, e.g., bar admission status updates, mentor assignments, time recording compliance

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree; JD preferred
  • 2+ years professional coaching/counseling experience a plus
  • 5+ years of professional development experience at a professional services firm
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
  • Strong influencing capabilities and sound judgment
  • Proven project management skills
  • Strong demonstrated leadership
  • Ability to adhere to the highest process standards and stand firm on decisions
  • Ability to work under pressure and conflicting circumstances
  • Strong integrity, maturity, and fairness in dealing with people and confidential information

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