Talent Development Assistant

Beveridge & Diamond, PC, the foremost national corporate environmental law firm, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Talent Development Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the Talent team. This role plays a key part in supporting firmwide attorney and business professional development initiatives, performance management cycles, and internal systems.

The Talent Development Assistant will collaborate closely with departments including Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging, Recruiting, HR, Marketing & Business Development, IT, and Beveridge & Diamond University (BDU) to support development experiences that align with the firm’s strategic priorities.

At Beveridge & Diamond, we do not just practice environmental law—we define it. With more than 170 lawyers across seven U.S. offices and a legacy spanning five decades, we are The Environmental Law Firm. We combine the sophistication and reach of larger firms with the focus and agility of a boutique, counseling the world’s largest companies, industry associations, and municipalities on complex and rapidly evolving environmental issues.

Responsibilities

Training & Development Support

• Maintain and update training calendars and track program milestones to ensure deadlines are met.
• Schedule and coordinate in-house and external training programs, including setup on platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Prepare and distribute CLE documentation (e.g., sign-in sheets, evaluation forms, certificates of attendance).
• Track participant engagement and collect program evaluation data.
• Compile and summarize program feedback for leadership review.
• Maintain CLE records in Intellek, including inputting CLE credits, tracking attendance, and generating reports.
• Support the administration of the Firm’s e-learning platforms, including uploading training content to the intranet or learning systems as needed.
• Maintain and update program documentation, templates, and resource libraries.
• Build and maintain the Firm’s internal library/archive of professional development programs, ensuring these materials are readily available for on-demand viewing or other uses, as appropriate.

Performance Management Assistance

• Support the tracking of evaluation timelines, participation, and status reports throughout each cycle.
• Track evaluation cycle deadlines and send reminders to stakeholders.
• Prepare materials and organize documentation for performance review meetings.
• Assist in compiling evaluation summaries and follow-up documentation.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing documents related to attorney and business professional performance evaluations using PerformYard, the Firm’s performance management system.
• Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of performance materials.

Reporting & Systems Support

• Support data entry, list management, and reporting in platforms such as Intellek and PerformYard.
• Generate and maintain routine reports, dashboards, spreadsheets, surveys, and summaries related to talent metrics and learning engagement for leadership.
• Conduct periodic data audits to ensure system accuracy.
• Assist with user support and troubleshoot basic system inquiries.
• Support implementation logistics for new learning tools and resources.

Administrative & Team Support

• Prepare internal communications, meeting materials, agendas, and presentation decks for Talent initiatives.
• Draft internal communications related to training initiatives and development programming.
• Draft internal newsletters, announcements, and other written correspondence on behalf of the Talent Team.
• Maintain and update internal development resources (intranet, shared folders, newsletters).
• Organize and maintain shared Talent Team files and folders for streamlined access and version control.
• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate logistics for development events and team projects.
• Process expense reimbursements and handle financial tracking for Talent Team leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional communications with HR, Recruiting, and DEIB as directed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and provide administrative support across the full scope of Talent Development initiatives.
• Assist with additional team projects and responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to pivot as emergency projects and unexpected priorities arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Human Resources, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of administrative or professional services experience, preferably in a law firm or legal talent setting.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated proactive organizational skills and consistent follow-through on assignments and deadlines.
• Strong proofreading skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and professional written communications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and anticipate team needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment, particularly when handling confidential or sensitive matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime during busy periods or events, with supervisor approval.

Work Environment

Hybrid model with a minimum of three in-office days per week. Some travel may be required for training and meetings.

Compensation

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the base salary range for this position is $50,000 to $75,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime.