Manager, Legal Talent Development

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with practice group leaders to assess attorney development needs and implement targeted training and career development programs
• Design and manage practice group curricula focused on substantive legal and professional skills
• Develop and execute experiential and technology-enabled learning initiatives
• Monitor emerging trends (including AI) and incorporate innovative approaches into training strategies
• Support mentoring, sponsorship, and coaching programs, including program design enhancements
• Advise and coach attorneys on career development, performance, and advancement
• Analyze feedback and evaluation data to identify trends and continuously improve development initiatives
• Collaborate with Talent Development team and other stakeholders on firmwide talent development priorities and strategic initiatives
• Supervise and mentor junior team members and contribute to overall Talent Development team success

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Experience in attorney development, legal talent management, career advising, or similar areas
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or J.D. preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent project management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of adult learning concepts and evolving legal industry trends, including technology and AI
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Experience in attorney development, legal talent management, career advising, or similar areas
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or J.D. preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent project management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of adult learning concepts and evolving legal industry trends, including technology and AI
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Skills

• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent project management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of adult learning concepts and evolving legal industry trends, including technology and AI
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Benefits

• Supportive, adaptable work environment
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Paid time off
• Health, vision, dental, 401k, life, disability

Pay

The range for this position for individuals physically located in Chicago, San Diego or Washington D.C. is $135,000 – $180,000 annually (estimated based on scope and market; final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors).

Schedule

Not specified

Office Locations

• Chicago
• Indianapolis
• Madison
• Milwaukee
• Phoenix
• St. Louis
• San Diego
• Tampa
• Washington D.C.