Talent Manager, Disputes Resolution

Main responsibilities

• Support and coordinate the annual performance review and mid-year check-ins for NA Disputes;
• Work with the PGLs and the BM to identify and implement solutions and programs for underperforming as well as high-potential talent on a routine and ongoing basis throughout calendar and fiscal years;
• Coach partners on associate performance issues and sit in on meetings with associates to discuss improvement plans, as necessary
• Sit in on performance review meetings when appropriate
• Escalate high-risk or employee relations situations to Human Resource Managers

Matriculation

• Support and coordinate the promotion process from Associate to National Partner/Counsel, working with the Business Manager for the practice group to compile materials for candidates
• Advise on the annual matriculation process for Associates advancing class years

Talent Mapping

• Facilitate discussions with PGLs to support the talent mapping/pipeline process

Timekeeper (non-partner) Recruitment

• Coordinate with PG Business Manager to complete the business justification (“Hire Request”) and shepherd through the approval process

Integration

• Serve as a key liaison to support and facilitate integration of lateral partners, associates, and incoming first-year associates
• Develop and coordinate a one-year integration plan for lateral partners
• Oversee ramping up and down of attorneys from temporary departures/leaves of absence

Career Development

• Coordinate nomination for internal and external programs, assess and identify lawyer training needs, and address them in partnership with PGL & Leadership and Learning team
• Lead regional career conversations program focusing on high-level conversations between attorneys and firm leaders to support desired career path. Work with knowledge management to ensure practice-specific training is appropriate and well-attended

Coaching and Counselling

• Provide individual career development coaching and counselling sessions and work with individuals on their development plans and business plans
• Coach attorneys through performance issues.

Onboarding

• Host practice group orientations for new lawyers and be available as a resource
• Liaise with other functional teams to support new joiners in learning firm tools, technology, operations, and strategies

Mentoring

• Facilitate mentoring program logistics for NA Dispute
• Coordinate regional associate integration mentoring program for North America

Mobility

• Liaise with Global Mobility and office-based Human Resources on mobility requests

Paralegal Management

• Oversee, among other things,
• - Time management
• - Work allocation
• - Professional development

Organizational Development

• Follow-up on internal feedback surveys and campaigns; focus on improving engagement
• Close coordination with office-based Human Resources to support the PGLs and BM on people-related issues
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and experience

• A bachelor’s degree focusing on Talent, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Management, or other related areas; JD or law firm experience preferred
• Extensive experience in Talent Management, preferably in a professional services environment
• Experience working across multiple locations and jurisdictions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail; fluent written and spoken English is required
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and drive results with a sense of urgency in setting strategies and executing against the objectives
• Proven ability to influence, interact, and consult with senior leaders, strong collaboration skills, and effective stakeholder management
• Strong coaching, counselling, business acumen, and overall communication skills
• Knowledge of and involvement in the larger professional development/talent management community a plus
• Prioritizes collaboration and teamwork values

About us

At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.

Additional Information

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and/or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify recruitmentservices@bakermckenzie.com