Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · 18 hours ago
Manager, Professional Development
California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$200K/yr - $225K/yr
3+ years expDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm known for its sophisticated legal and business solutions. The Manager, Professional Development will oversee work allocation, performance reviews, and the integration of new attorneys while organizing professional development events.
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Responsibilities
Staff approximately 30 associates/counsel in the corporate practice group as needed, in consultation with staffing partners
Manage master staffing chart tracking assignments
Keep track of and staff vacation coverage for corporate associates and counsel
Maintain associate/counsel monthly hours report
Monitor utilization and track associates’ experience in order to maximize the variety of work, increase exposure to different partners and senior associates, and develop new skills
Assist with staffing paralegals, as needed
Work with NorCal attorneys (partners, counsel and associates) to identify training needs and skill gaps, design and craft training programs to address those needs, identify attorneys to lead those trainings and schedule those training programs on a regular basis
Manage CLE compliance for attorneys in NorCal, with assistance of the CLE team as needed
Coordinate with attorneys and Managing Attorney’s Office regarding professional bar associate memberships for NorCal attorneys
Collaborate with others in the Professional Development Department to manage the performance evaluation process for NorCal associates and counsel
Track and facilitate the realization of Professional Development Priorities identified during year-end review process
Meet regularly with NorCal attorneys to monitor morale, answer questions, and address any concerns
Prepare data for discussion with practice group and firm leadership regarding professional development and retention of attorneys
Make recommendations for improving associate recruiting and retention
Manage the Career Advisor Program for NorCal associates, making associate/partner matches, developing social and other programs to support the program, tracking participation among partners and associates
Organize regular practice group meetings, annual dinners, and social gatherings for the group and the attorneys in the NorCal office
Conduct orientation for lateral attorneys in NorCal
Provide support to new parents; manage re-integration and conduct regular check-in meetings
Assist with secondment requests, follow-up and re-integration
Qualification
Required
Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
Detail-oriented, organized and driven, with the desire to take ownership of projects and responsibilities, but to also work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Able to propose creative solutions to challenging problems
Ability to maintain utmost discretion of confidential information
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work confidently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to establish rapport and build relationships and credibility with internal stakeholders
Ability to maintain professional composure in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced, multi-authority environment
Highly motivated, responsive and conscientious, with a commitment to delivering excellent client service
Availability during standard office hours and the ability to respond to email promptly outside of standard office hours and on weekends is essential
Familiarity with Excel and comfortable creating and presenting PowerPoint presentations expected
A minimum of three to five years' post-graduate experience in a law firm or professional services organization expected
Experience collaborating with partners in a large law firm setting expected
Preferred
JD degree preferred
Familiarity with corporate transactional practice preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Company
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board.
1001-5000 employees
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Chief Operating Officer
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Partner
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