Walsworth LLP · 1 day ago
Professional Development Manager
Orange County, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expWalsworth LLP is a law firm with over 60 attorneys and multiple offices in California. They are seeking an experienced Professional Development Manager to enhance the professional growth of their attorneys through training, coaching, and mentorship, while also managing recruitment and performance evaluations.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Assess training and development needs of attorney groups and individuals in collaboration with practice group leaders and department heads
Develop measurable professional‑development outcomes to support attorney engagement, growth, and advancement
Meet one on one with attorneys to understand and support their professional goals and needs
Assist Firm leadership in developing leadership, management, teamwork, client service, and business development skills for attorneys at varying experience and skill levels
Facilitate and lead regularly scheduled training and mentoring activities to strengthen Firm engagement
Serve as a resource for attorneys in developing and maintaining their own professional brand and long‑term career trajectory
Assist in attorney recruiting, hiring, and onboarding
Develop and oversee summer intern program for law students
Conduct attorney performance evaluations
Track associate billing and goals for advancement
Provide regular, strategic reporting to Firm leadership to guide attorney development decisions
Manage professional development budget
Maintain current knowledge of legal industry trends and best practices in professional development
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree, J.D., and a bar license are required
Knowledge of the California legal industry and culture
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work well with attorneys and staff at all levels
Proven track record in delivering projects with deadlines to successful completion
Ability to lead meetings and hold attendees accountable
Ability to solve problems using creativity and innovation
Can work efficiently from a remote location
Ability to travel to Firm locations as needed
Preferred
Experience working as an attorney in a law firm
California Bar license is strongly preferred, although an active license in another U.S. jurisdiction will be considered
Experience working as an attorney in a mid-sized or larger law firm is preferred, but may not be required for the right candidate
Company
Walsworth LLP
Walsworth was founded over 35 years ago based on a sincere commitment to leveraging our experience, resources, and perspectives to meet our clients’ individualized and evolving needs at all stages of a legal challenge.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Catherine Adams
Partner
Chuck Sheldon
Partner
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