Professional Development Manager

About the role

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking a Professional Development Manager to join the firm’s Global Professional Development team. The role is located in one of the following offices: Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, or Washington, DC, and offers a hybrid 3 day in-office/2 day remote working schedule.

Responsibilities

• Develops and enhances professional development and training programs, including practice-specific learning initiatives, professional skills development, and other strategic learning opportunities.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs and resources; conducts needs assessments; researches emerging learning trends and best practices; and recommends, designs, and implements innovative learning solutions.
• Manages relevant training calendars, including planning, coordination, CLE accreditation, publication, and communication of learning programs and related materials.
• Collaborates with the Professional Development team, Practice Groups, and Practice Group Training Partners to develop and deliver consistent, comprehensive, and practice-focused training curricula for associates across all offices.
• Supports and enhances other attorney development initiatives and provides strategic input into the design, enhancement, and ongoing administration of the firm’s professional development systems and learning technologies.
• Collaborates with other firm administrative departments such as Knowledge Management & AI, Continuing Legal Education (CLE), and Business Development in the development of training programs and resources.
• Assists with monitoring the Professional Development budget and related program expenses.
• Performs additional responsibilities and special projects as needed/assigned, including for the broader Legal Talent Team.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; JD is a plus but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related learning and development experience in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and project management abilities.
• Strong technical proficiency with the MS Suite and learning management systems; familiarity with viLMS a plus; and a willingness to learn new technologies.
• A collaborative, consultative management style with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels.
• A self-motivated, results-oriented professional with sound judgment and a high degree of initiative.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• The ability to adapt to change, manage competing priorities, and navigate challenging situations effectively.
• Able to analyze and interpret business information, prepare professional correspondence and reports, present information effectively, and make data-driven decisions.
• A commitment to an integrated and collaborative work culture, including an in-office presence three days per week, as required by firm policy and business needs.

Qualifications

• This role requires a Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; JD is a plus but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related learning and development experience in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and project management abilities.
• Strong technical proficiency with the MS Suite and learning management systems; familiarity with viLMS a plus; and a willingness to learn new technologies.
• A collaborative, consultative management style with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels.
• A self-motivated, results-oriented professional with sound judgment and a high degree of initiative.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• The ability to adapt to change, manage competing priorities, and navigate challenging situations effectively.
• Able to analyze and interpret business information, prepare professional correspondence and reports, present information effectively, and make data-driven decisions.
• A commitment to an integrated and collaborative work culture, including an in-office presence three days per week, as required by firm policy and business needs.

Benefits

The firm offers a competitive salary range, depending on location and experience. For positions in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, the salary range is $114,200.00 - $182,750.00. For positions in Washington DC., the salary range is $119,200.00 - $190,675.00. The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave).

Pay

The salary range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Schedule

The role offers a hybrid 3 day in-office/2 day remote working schedule.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit our website at www.morganlewis.com and select “Careers.”

Contact Information

If you have questions about the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at 888.534.5003 or talent.acquisition@morganlewis.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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