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Conexess Group · 3 days ago

Allocation & Development Manager (Onsite M-Thurs)

positionWashington, DC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level

Conexess Group is seeking a Work Allocation & Development Manager for their Washington DC or New York office. This role focuses on supporting the development of legal talent by managing work allocation and fostering relationships with associates to enhance their career experiences.

ConsultingInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Support associates through equitable, transparent and consistent work allocation and targeted professional development
Manage staffing requests and collaborate with Staffing Partners
Monitor and report on equitable work allocation KPIs to practice leadership
Conduct regular check-ins with associates to discuss career interests, professional development needs, and collect feedback
Ensure matters are appropriately staffed in an efficient and timely manner by monitoring current and anticipated lawyer utilization and assessing individual capacity
Maintain clear, effective lines of communication, keeping all stakeholders informed on initiatives, developments, business issues, and other critical topics
Escalate sensitive or high-risk staffing situations to the Americas Senior Manager, Allocation & Development
Liaise with the Regional Section Head and Staffing Partners to monitor associate performance (and feedback), development and career aspirations
Gain exposure to the broader functions of the People Advisory team and work closely with the respective People Advisory Manager to collectively support associates and partners
Help drive Firm engagement initiatives
Work closely with the Senior Manager, Junior Associate Experience regarding junior associate development
Work closely with Learning & Development and the Professional Support Lawyer(s) to ensure associates are receiving appropriate training opportunities

Qualification

Associate developmentResource managementProject managementDiplomacyClient service focusTechnology skillsExcel proficiencyNegotiationJudgmentProactiveResourcefulPersistentResilientCommunication skillsPersuasive

Required

Bachelor's degree required
Prior experience in associate development, work allocation, and/or resource management, ideally within a large professional services environment
Strong commercial and business awareness
Outstanding skills in diplomacy and negotiation
Strong project management skills
Client service focus
Strong judgment
Proactive and resourceful; takes initiative
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Persistent and resilient
Persuasive; ability to drive change through influence
Strong technology skills
Excel proficiency is required
Flexibility with working outside of standard business hours to address staffing requests, as needed

Preferred

Experience working with resource management software is a plus

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company

Conexess Group

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Conexess Group is an information technology company providing IT staffing and project management services.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://conexess.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Austin Meibers
Partner / Owner
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