Professional Development Director

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000 attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1000 attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This position reports to the firm’s Senior Director Professional Development.

Job Summary

As an integral member of the firm’s Learning & Professional Development Team, the Director of Professional Development will collaborate with the Senior Director of Professional Development to manage firmwide-attorney professional development initiatives, including the support of the review process, advising, career development, mentoring, professional skills training and other development programs that support the professional development and career success of attorneys.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 professional development advising around professional skills such as timeline management, deadline management and communication. Track progress through tracking system.
• Collaborate with PD Sr Manager and Manager teams in the office-level performance management, as requested. Serve as a manager of performance process for offices as needed. Performance management includes providing direct support on talent management, collection of feedback, synthesizing feedback, reviewing feedback with stakeholders. Completing HRIS process in relation to feedback.
• Design and develop PD programming for attorneys at different career development stages, including training in skills fundamental to leadership, management, technology, mentoring and teamwork, client service and business development, presentation skills, creative problem solving, and design thinking.
• Manage a support team for national PD programming.
• Recommend ideas for mentoring program implementation, program enhancements, discussion topics, training and resources.
• Contribute to other PD initiatives and complete special projects on various issues as needed.
  
  

Skills and Educational Requirements:

The successful candidate must be solution-driven and have outstanding project management skills demonstrated across multiple locations and matrixed organizations, strong knowledge of and proven proficiency in adult learning.

The candidate should also demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively and collaboratively on a team and a growth mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and gain buy-in from firm leaders and other key stakeholders.
• Ability to take ownership on multiple projects and see them through to completion.
• Think creatively about new ideas/concepts and solutions to existing challenges; expresses opinions about creative choices and strategic decisions.
• Ability to create a climate that enables others to excel.
  
  

Education/Certifications:

• JD or Masters in relevant field is highly preferred.
• Executive coaching certification is a plus.
• 12 years of attorney professional development experience required.
• Significant experience in a large law firm is preferred. Demonstrated success establishing, developing, and managing robust training and career development functions in a national or multi-office environment is a plus.
  
  

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.