Senior Professional Development Manager- 3660050

Please connect with me on LinkedIn as well @Jesse Parker, The Senior Professional Development Manager will lead the development of substantive training for the firm’s Litigation practice groups, building curriculum for both junior associates and mid-level associates deepening their substantive expertise., * Evaluate, enhance, and build out substantive training curriculum across the Litigation practice groups, tailored to associates at all levels.

• Partner with Litigation Partners and Counsel to identify skill/knowledge gaps and translate them into new or enhanced training programs.
• Help build out AI-focused training addressing core litigation skills and practice-group-specific tasks.
• Manage and mentor junior team members, overseeing day-to-day execution of training programs and logistics.
• Evaluate and refine existing programs based on associate and partner feedback.
• Support lateral associate integration and growth from junior to senior levels within Litigation.
• Collaborate with Legal Talent Management, Inclusion, Business Development, Pro Bono, IT/AV, and Events teams to deliver polished, effective programming.
• Partner with the Director on department-wide initiatives, including New Associate Orientation and summer associate training.
• Provide supplemental professional development support to Real Estate, Tax, and Executive Compensation groups, as necessary.

• J.D. degree with 3+ years of Litigation practice experience at a large law firm
• 2+ years of management experience in training and development, knowledge management or practice resources a plus.
• Deep understanding of litigation practice and associate skill development at varying levels of seniority.
• Strong interest in and familiarity with AI tools as applied to legal training and practice.
• Prior management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build credibility and work effectively with Partners, Counsel, and associates at all levels.
• Collaborative, client-service-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and lead a team.

Our client, an international AmLaw 100 firm, is looking to hire a Senior Professional Development Manager at their offices in New York City. The position will allow for a hybrid work schedule with 4 days a week onsite, 1 remote, and will pay an annual base salary of $180K to $240K plus a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits package.