Professional Development Manager
For the San Francisco Office of a Global Law FirmResponsibilities include:
- Provide individualized and group coaching to associates on professional development, goal setting, and career challenges, including structured sessions for new associates;
- Lead new and lateral associate integration, including orientations, buddy and mentor pairings, and ongoing check-ins to ensure smooth onboarding;
- Oversee formal mentoring programs, coordinating annual launches, mentor group assignments, and periodic mentoring events in collaboration with local leaders;
- Partner with attorneys and internal colleagues to identify training needs and design targeted professional development programs, including office-specific and firm-wide initiatives;
- Act as the primary Professional Development resource for assigned offices, supporting attorney committees, office leadership, and local programming needs;
- Conduct exit interviews and analyze associate feedback to identify trends, supporting firm-wide engagement and retention initiatives.
Qualifications include:
- 5+ years of experience as an associate in a large or mid-size law firm; JD required; global law experience strongly preferred;
- Deep understanding of associate workflows and the challenges of practicing in a large firm environment, with proven involvement in mentoring, training, and associate development;
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach attorneys and build strong relationships across all levels of the firm;
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to design programs, manage events, and drive progress on long-term initiatives;
- High degree of discretion and integrity in handling sensitive and confidential matters;
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), with strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.
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