Professional Development Manager

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. 

Job Summary 

The Manager will focus on the development of attorneys across NY offices.  This role will be involved in all areas of legal talent management, including supporting office leadership in integration, the performance review process, and partnering with other attorney talent teams within the firm to support recruiting and other functions. 

As an integral member of the firm’s Learning & Professional Development Team, the Manager will be involved in all facets of attorney training, and professional development, including career development, mentoring, professional skills training and other skill development programs that support the career success of attorneys.   The primary focus will be NY region attorneys.

The Manager will work closely with the members of the firm’s Talent Team and will collaborate, in partnership with supervisor, Office Managing Principals, Office Litigation Managers, and Office Administrators to ensure attorneys’ developmental needs are addressed through the firm’s competency, level-based professional development system.  

Duties and Responsibilities

 Integration 

–         Facilitate orienting and integrating new attorneys.

–         Support the summer associate program and law grad program, as requested.

Professional Development  

–         Serve as a manager of the performance process for offices. Collaborate with talent teams for performance management, as requested. Performance management includes providing direct support on talent management, collection of feedback, synthesizing feedback, reviewing feedback with stakeholders.  Completing HRIS process in relation to feedback.

–         Provide 1:1 professional development advising around professional skills such as timeline management, deadline management, mentorship and communication. Track progress.

–         Be a resource for associates, Of Counsel and Principals regarding day-to-day questions. 

–         Support the development of individual development plans with attorneys.

–         Facilitate attorney meetings/training sessions related to professional development topics in coordination with the appropriate Litigation Training Coach.

–         Design and develop PD programming for attorneys at different career development stages, including training in skills fundamental to leadership, management, mentoring and teamwork, client service and business development, presentation skills, creative problem solving, innovation, and design thinking,  

–         Recommend ideas for local mentoring program implementation, program enhancements, discussion topics, training and resources.

–         Contribute to other PD initiatives and complete special projects on various issues as needed. 

Skills and Educational Requirements: 

The successful Manager must be solution-driven and have outstanding project management skills demonstrated across multiple locations and matrixed organizations, strong knowledge of and proven proficiency in adult learning. 

The candidate should also demonstrate: 

–         Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively and collaboratively on a team. 

–         Excellent attention to detail, organizational, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills. 

–         Ability to build trust and gain buy-in from firm leaders and other key stakeholders. 

–         Ability to take ownership of multiple projects and see them through to completion. 

–         Thinks creatively about new ideas/concepts and solutions to existing challenges; expresses opinions about creative choices and strategic decisions. 

–         Ability to create a climate that enables others to excel. 

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Education/Certifications:  

–         Bachelors’ degree is required, JD or Masters in relevant field is highly preferred. 

–         3+years of attorney professional development experience required.  

–         Coaching certification a plus.

–         Significant experience in a large law firm is preferred. Demonstrated success establishing, developing, and managing robust training and career development functions in a national or multi-office environment is a plus.

For the New York area, the expected salary range for this position is between $140,000 and $160,000.  This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.   The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. 

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.