Professional Development Coordinator jobs in United States
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Gibson Dunn · 8 hours ago

Professional Development Coordinator

positionNew York, NY
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$70K/yr - $75K/yr
date5+ years exp

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. The Professional Development Coordinator will collaborate with the Firm’s Professional Development team on partner development and coaching initiatives, managing events, materials, and communications related to these programs.

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Responsibilities

Collaborating on project management for a comprehensive new partner development program that integrates training programs, executive coaching sessions, practice-based cohort meetings, practice planning sessions, and office-based social gatherings
Coordinating partner development events and meetings, including scheduling programs, assisting with cohort assignments, sending calendar invitations and reminders, collaborating with internal and external resources, arranging technology support, tracking RSVP counts, and providing other logistical assistance
Collaborating on materials for partner development and coaching programs, including PowerPoint presentations, resource guides, and marketing materials
Assisting with tracking, analysis, and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data related to partner development and coaching programs
Responding to questions and other communications from partners, associates, and other stakeholders related to partner development and coaching initiatives
Serving as a general administrative resource to the Professional Development team and assisting with other team initiatives as needed

Qualification

Communication skillsOrganizational skillsProject managementMS WordMS PowerPointMS ExcelEvent planningSelf-directionWriting skillsAttention to detailProblem solvingCreativity

Required

Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills paired with a positive, welcoming, and service-oriented attitude
Integrity to handle sensitive and highly confidential information with utmost care
Strong organizational skills with a focus on attention to detail, problem solving, and the ability to multitask
Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills. Must be able to tailor written work product to the appropriate audience
Ability to work effectively with staff and attorneys at all levels of the Firm
Demonstrated resourcefulness, creativity, and ability to self-direct
Established project management, program design, and event planning experience
Demonstrated ability to make continued progress on long-term projects
Four-year college degree required
Must meet minimum testing requirements
Strong skills in MS Word and PowerPoint. Demonstrated proficiency in Excel

Preferred

A minimum of five (5) years of professional work experience is preferred

Benefits

Health care
Retirement benefits
Paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time
Parental leave
Basic life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

Company

Gibson Dunn

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Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes.
dateFounded in 1890
location
Global, US
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.gibsondunn.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lawrence Baxter
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
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Michael Herrick
Chief Financial Officer
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