Senior Manager of Professional Development

The Senior Manager of Professional Development will be responsible for managing comprehensive professional development programs critical to the career progression of attorneys. This position is part of our Attorney Development team and will report to the Director of Attorney Development. This role requires 60% in office presence; remote work is permissible 40% of the time.

This role requires a strategic thinker, with strong people management skills, and a passion for fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Candidates should have deep understanding of the legal professional and the unique professional development needs of legal professionals is important.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the development, design, and delivery of firm-wide legal training for associates, of counsel, patent agents, and summer associates, to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed.

Work with firm leaders to identify professional development needs and create and implement training solutions.

Design and implement career development trainings that focus on soft skills, consisting of annual Transitions Training retreats for our junior, mid-level, and senior associates.

Identify and work with internal experts and external training providers to conceptualize professional skills and clinic-based training content and customize for Mintz needs.

Integrate the firm’s core competencies into professional development efforts.

Ensure the firm is in compliance with all CLE requirements.

Identify and implement new learning strategies, such as e-learning programming.

Meet with new lateral associates and patent agents as part of the firm’s integration efforts.

Work with firm leadership to ensure on-the-job training is consistent, developmentally appropriate, and aids in the advancement of associate skills.

Collaborate with team members, firm leaders, partners, associates, and other administrative departments to ensure successful and relevant programming.

Lead a team of professional development professional, providing training, guidance, and opportunities for further development.

Monitor and implement current trends and best practices in professional development.

Travel to other Mintz offices regularly to assess and promote professional development opportunities.

Assume additional responsibilities as requested.

This role requires 60% in office presence; remote work is permissible 40% of the time.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. JD or advanced degree in a relative field is highly preferred.

7+ or more years of experience in professional development, preferably within a law firm or professional services industry.

Prior experience managing staff is required. Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop teams, and proven leadership abilities.

Outstanding sense of client service, with demonstrated ability to instill this in others.

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Flexibility and openness to ideas and solutions, with a willingness to adapt and innovate in response to evolving needs and challenges.

Ability to function in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment, prioritize multiple projects on a daily basis, and adjust to shifting priorities.

Strong planning, project management and organizational skills.

Strong sense of urgency.

Ability to collaborate and gain the respect, trust, and confidence of the firm’s attorneys and professional staff.

Creative and proactive approach to problem solving.

Facilitate teamwork and identify opportunities to develop new processes/infrastructure.

Demonstrated ability to grasp and implement new concepts quickly.

Strong analytical abilities, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a proactive and positive style that fosters collaborative working relationships.

Deep personal commitment to integrity, excellent judgment, and the highest standards of ethics.

Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly get up to speed and master new applications and software is critical.

This job description is a general description of the types of responsibilities that are required of an individual in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of the responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required for this job.

The salary range for this position in California, New York, and Washington, DC is $150,000 to $175,000. This position is bonus eligible.
Mintz offers a comprehensive benefits package.

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