Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP · 3 weeks ago
Professional Development Manager
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$135K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expManatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for its commitment to clients. They are seeking a passionate Professional Development Manager to support innovative training and performance initiatives for their talented professionals across various offices in the United States.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Director of Professional Development, Legal, and practice group leaders to design and execute training programs for attorneys and business professionals
Lead the planning and execution of practice group training initiatives, including designing annual curricula and overseeing the delivery of core programs
Design, develop, manage, and execute interactive mock-style trainings (e.g., mock trials, corporate simulations) in partnership with the Director and team
Create and deliver orientation programming for summer associates, first-year associates, counsel, and partners with the Director and team
Collaborate with other Manatt departments to develop and execute relevant programming
Develop and implement leveled training programs, academies, and professional skills curricula in collaboration with the Director and team
Conduct research and stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in legal and professional services training
Cultivate relationships with outside speakers and vendors, and make recommendations as needed
Meet with new lateral associates and partners and conduct welcome programming (including individual PD orientations)
Develop a deep working knowledge of the LMS and CLE system and have a general understanding of the CLE rules in the states where Manatt has offices; use LMS to build training tracks as needed
Oversee the strategic direction and administration of attorney mentoring programs, including developing and implementing communications, training initiatives, and related programming and events
Conduct surveys and analyze results to identify training and professional development needs
Support the Director and Performance Management team in refreshing and maintaining competency frameworks
Proactively contribute ideas to enhance CLE and training initiatives
Work with the Director to manage the budget and expenses
Assist with general Professional Development and CLE projects as needed
Assist with performance management and advancement projects on occasion
Supervise junior team members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required; J.D. Preferred
At least five (5) years legal experience in a professional services firm
Prior experience working with CLE tracking systems or databases
Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset; outstanding project management skills required for high-accuracy work
Proven capacity to manage and adapt to multiple competing priorities
Willingness to travel as needed for firmwide training programs
Comfortable working across teams and departments; strong relationship-building skills
Excellent client service orientation and problem-solving capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information
Strong interpersonal skills as a relationship builder who can flex work style and adapt to the styles of others and work across teams
Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, including planning, organizing, decision-making, and problem-solving; ability to lead multiple teams and workstreams
Solid understanding of project management principles; proven ability to develop, implement, and manage large-scale, long-term initiatives
Strong judgment and discretion in decision-making processes
Strong self-initiative with an eagerness to learn, roll up sleeves, and pitch in
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive can-do attitude
Advanced use of computer programs including Microsoft Office – especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Benefits
A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.
Company
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
Forget everything you thought you knew about professional services firms.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Elizabeth Burke, CPA
CFO & Director of Practice Management
Gillian Turner
Chief Financial Officer
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