Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
Professional Development Manager
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Professional Development Manager
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Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP . This position can be based in any of our offices. Manatt is seeking a passionate Professional Development Manager to join our growing Professional Development team, supporting innovative training and performance initiatives for our professionals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact from day one, you are invited to become part of Manatt’s commitment to excellence and professional growth. Department: Professional Development Job Number: 100409 Offices: New York; Albany; Boston; Chicago; Orange County; Sacramento; San Diego; San Francisco; Silicon Valley; Los Angeles; Washington, D.C. Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Director of Professional Development, Legal, and practice group leaders to design and execute training programs for attorneys and business professionals. Lead the planning and execution of practice group training initiatives, including designing annual curricula and overseeing the delivery of core programs. Design, develop, manage, and execute interactive mock-style trainings (e.g., mock trials, corporate simulations) in partnership with the Director and team. Create and deliver orientation programming for summer associates, first-year associates, counsel, and partners with the Director and team. Collaborate with other Manatt departments to develop and execute relevant programming. Develop and implement leveled training programs, academies, and professional skills curricula in collaboration with the Director and team. Conduct research and stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in legal and professional services training. Cultivate relationships with outside speakers and vendors, and make recommendations as needed. Meet with new lateral associates and partners and conduct welcome programming (including individual PD orientations). Develop a deep working knowledge of the LMS and CLE system and understand CLE rules in the states where Manatt has offices; use LMS to build training tracks as needed. Oversee the strategic direction and administration of attorney mentoring programs, including communications, training initiatives, and related programming and events. Conduct surveys and analyze results to identify training and professional development needs. Support the Director and Performance Management team in refreshing and maintaining competency frameworks. Proactively contribute ideas to enhance CLE and training initiatives. Work with the Director to manage the budget and expenses. Assist with general Professional Development and CLE projects as needed. Assist with performance management and advancement projects on occasion. Supervise junior team members. Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s Degree required; J.D. preferred. At least five (5) years of legal experience in a professional services firm. Prior experience working with CLE tracking systems or databases. Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset; outstanding project management skills for high-accuracy work. Proven ability to manage and adapt to multiple competing priorities. Willingness to travel as needed for firmwide training programs. Comfortable working across teams and departments; strong relationship-building skills. Excellent client service orientation and problem-solving capabilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information. Strong interpersonal skills as a relationship builder who can flex work style and work across teams. Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, including planning, organizing, decision-making, and problem-solving; ability to lead multiple teams and workstreams. Solid understanding of project management principles; experience in developing, implementing, and managing large-scale initiatives. Strong judgment and discretion in decision-making processes. Self-initiative with a willingness to learn and contribute. Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive can-do attitude. Advanced use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). The base annual pay range for this role is between $135,000-$165,000. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered. EEO/AA EMPLOYER/Veterans/Disabled Manatt is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex or gender, pregnancy, or related conditions, age, genetic information, or any other protected class. Applicants may request accommodations as needed to participate in the application process. This employer will provide the SSA and, if necessary, DHS, with information from Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, you will receive written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before adverse action is taken.
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Join to apply for the
Professional Development Manager
role at
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP . This position can be based in any of our offices. Manatt is seeking a passionate Professional Development Manager to join our growing Professional Development team, supporting innovative training and performance initiatives for our professionals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact from day one, you are invited to become part of Manatt’s commitment to excellence and professional growth. Department: Professional Development Job Number: 100409 Offices: New York; Albany; Boston; Chicago; Orange County; Sacramento; San Diego; San Francisco; Silicon Valley; Los Angeles; Washington, D.C. Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Director of Professional Development, Legal, and practice group leaders to design and execute training programs for attorneys and business professionals. Lead the planning and execution of practice group training initiatives, including designing annual curricula and overseeing the delivery of core programs. Design, develop, manage, and execute interactive mock-style trainings (e.g., mock trials, corporate simulations) in partnership with the Director and team. Create and deliver orientation programming for summer associates, first-year associates, counsel, and partners with the Director and team. Collaborate with other Manatt departments to develop and execute relevant programming. Develop and implement leveled training programs, academies, and professional skills curricula in collaboration with the Director and team. Conduct research and stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in legal and professional services training. Cultivate relationships with outside speakers and vendors, and make recommendations as needed. Meet with new lateral associates and partners and conduct welcome programming (including individual PD orientations). Develop a deep working knowledge of the LMS and CLE system and understand CLE rules in the states where Manatt has offices; use LMS to build training tracks as needed. Oversee the strategic direction and administration of attorney mentoring programs, including communications, training initiatives, and related programming and events. Conduct surveys and analyze results to identify training and professional development needs. Support the Director and Performance Management team in refreshing and maintaining competency frameworks. Proactively contribute ideas to enhance CLE and training initiatives. Work with the Director to manage the budget and expenses. Assist with general Professional Development and CLE projects as needed. Assist with performance management and advancement projects on occasion. Supervise junior team members. Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s Degree required; J.D. preferred. At least five (5) years of legal experience in a professional services firm. Prior experience working with CLE tracking systems or databases. Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset; outstanding project management skills for high-accuracy work. Proven ability to manage and adapt to multiple competing priorities. Willingness to travel as needed for firmwide training programs. Comfortable working across teams and departments; strong relationship-building skills. Excellent client service orientation and problem-solving capabilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information. Strong interpersonal skills as a relationship builder who can flex work style and work across teams. Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, including planning, organizing, decision-making, and problem-solving; ability to lead multiple teams and workstreams. Solid understanding of project management principles; experience in developing, implementing, and managing large-scale initiatives. Strong judgment and discretion in decision-making processes. Self-initiative with a willingness to learn and contribute. Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive can-do attitude. Advanced use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). The base annual pay range for this role is between $135,000-$165,000. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered. EEO/AA EMPLOYER/Veterans/Disabled Manatt is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex or gender, pregnancy, or related conditions, age, genetic information, or any other protected class. Applicants may request accommodations as needed to participate in the application process. This employer will provide the SSA and, if necessary, DHS, with information from Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, you will receive written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before adverse action is taken.
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