Blank Rome LLP · 1 week ago
Senior Manager of Attorney Relations
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expBlank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with a commitment to providing top-level service and fostering diversity and inclusion. The Senior Manager of Attorney Relations will oversee attorney evaluation processes, support career development initiatives, and ensure a positive work environment for the firm's attorneys.
ConsultingLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Ashley Grace Velazquez
Responsibilities
Execute and enhance on legal talent initiatives related to attorney career progression, and continue to innovate and improve the firm’s offerings in response to the ever-changing landscape
Oversee and continue to refine our comprehensive performance management processes to maintain our 99% participation among firm lawyers including year-end reviews, mid-year check-ins, and continuous and real-time meaningful and productive feedback
Manage and further develop our robust Career Development Advisor Program and Integration Liaison programs, through which Associates receive level-specific support, guidance, advice, and sponsorship that is key to their career progression and growth
Serve as a trusted advisor, resource, and coach for attorneys seeking guidance on career progression, goals, advancement, work-related challenges, and transition. Act as a strategic advisor to Practice Group Leaders
Collaborate with Practice Group Leaders and Professional Development to coordinate review and feedback criteria with the continued assessment and development of skills and standards for performance and progression
Conduct stay interviews and exit interviews with attorneys
Analyze feedback from those interviews to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for enhancing attorney engagement and retention, and collaborate with other teams to recommend, advocate for, and develop, and enhance retention initiatives
Assist with the management and execution of the associate compensation process and the lawyer promotions process, ensuring that the firm continues to attract, motivate, and retain talented attorneys
Deliver training and developmental programming to class of new partners. Collaborate with Professional Development on additional training programs and other initiatives based on feedback to further attorney development and address any concerns or areas of improvement
Coordinate outplacement coaching services for attorneys transitioning out of the firm to ensure they have career guidance, resume assistance, interview preparation, and job search support, and in-house placements where possible and appropriate
Serve as a resource and point of contact for the Associates Committee
Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in a law firm
Bachelor's degree required
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the firm in a positive and professional manner with a client-service focus
Exceptional verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, research, analysis, and problem-solving skills
Ability to self-direct, manage multiple priorities, analyze needs, and implement solutions
Ability to handle confidential matters with attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and enjoy being an active contributor
Strong technical and computer skills including a proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel required; PowerPoint and viDesktop a plus
Preferred
JD with prior experience as an associate in an Am Law 100 firm or certification in coaching or human resources
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life, accident, and disability insurance plans
401(k) retirement benefits
Commuter benefits
Well-being programs
Company
Blank Rome LLP
Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and 800 attorneys and principals who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world.
1001-5000 employees
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Cole Silver
Chief Client Officer
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Partner
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