Manager, Allocation & Development

Manager, Work Allocation & Development

Location : New York or Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)

Total Compensation : $180K - $200K

Oakleaf Partnership is working with a prestigious global law firm to hire a Manager, Work Allocation & Development for their New York or Washington, D.C. office. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the professional development and talent management of legal professionals in a high-caliber, international firm.

About the Role

The Work Allocation & Development Manager will be responsible for ensuring that associates are staffed on matters in a way that balances business needs with professional growth opportunities. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to work closely with key stakeholders, including staffing partners and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Resource Management

• Ensure equitable, transparent, and consistent work allocation across associates.
• Manage staffing requests and collaborate with Staffing Partners to optimize workload distribution.
• Monitor and report on utilization and work allocation metrics.
• Conduct regular check-ins with associates to understand career goals, provide professional development support, and collect feedback.
• Assess capacity and ensure timely and efficient staffing of matters.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders regarding staffing initiatives and business needs.
• Escalate high-risk or sensitive staffing issues to senior leadership as needed.

Practice Management

Qualifications & Experience

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional looking to make an impact in a globally respected law firm. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Oakleaf Partnership today!

Salary : $180,000 - $200,000