Job Description
Qualifications
Experience and expertise in attorney professional development, including program design, adult learning principles, and career progression
Strong passion for training and professional development, with a proven track record of designing and implementing effective programs
Ability to deliver high-quality work with a client-centric approach
Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members effectively
Excellent communication, diplomacy, and listening skills, with the ability to inspire confidence at all organizational levels
Exceptional project management and organizational abilities, coupled with a keen attention to detail
Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong work ethic and initiative
Demonstrated collaboration skills and the ability to build relationships across attorney and staff populations
Capacity to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines effectively
Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive matters
Adaptability to thrive in fast-paced and evolving environments
Benefits
Salary $150,000 - $235,000 per year
Vision
401K
PTO
WFH Flexibility
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and monitor firmwide and practice-group initiatives aimed at enhancing attorney skills, encompassing professional and client services abilities, as well as technical, substantive, and practice-specific legal expertise
Evaluate the effectiveness and relevance of training programs and curriculum regularly, adjusting as necessary to align with the firm’s strategic objectives and evolving needs
Collaborate closely with firm management, practice group leaders, and attorneys to identify training needs and implement effective programs, fostering strong relationships and trust
Work alongside the training and development team, legal personnel, and practice management to engage internal and external presenters, elevate program delivery standards, update existing content, and introduce new learning opportunities
Design and expand programs catering to attorneys at different stages of their career journey, ensuring comprehensive support from orientation to ongoing development
Oversee the advancement of Fenwick University programs, ensuring alignment with the firm's growth and the development of legal talent
Manage attorney orientation and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition and integration into the firm, supported by a dedicated team
Ensure compliance with CLE requirements firmwide, including obtaining accreditation in key states, and oversee attorney bar admissions and continued compliance efforts
Cultivate relationships with external consultants, coaches, and speakers, and maintain active involvement in relevant professional organizations and networks
Stay abreast of talent development trends and innovations, both within and outside the legal industry, and integrate best practices into training and development initiatives
Enhance mentorship and advisor programs in collaboration with legal personnel, practice management, and diversity teams, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment
Lead the onboarding process for first-year and lateral attorney hires, collaborating with legal personnel, practice management, and recruiting teams for effective implementation
Collaborate with the business development team to support external training offerings and facilitate career development opportunities
Evaluate and implement e-Learning opportunities based on practice group needs
Recruit, mentor, and motivate the training and development team, ensuring effective program execution and professional growth
Manage the training and development budgeting process and expenditures
Job description
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Large Law Firm seeks Legal Training Director for Hybrid Role - Great Firm Culture - Growth Potential
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Salary $150,000 - $235,000 per year
A Bit About Us
A well know law firm is currently in search of a Director of Legal Training to lead a team and oversee attorney training and development across various aspects including curriculum design, continuing legal education (CLE), career counseling, and program management.
Please only apply if you have a JD and previous Legal Training Experience.
Why join us?
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
PTO
Bonus
Growth Potential
WFH Flexibility
Job Details
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and monitor firmwide and practice-group initiatives aimed at enhancing attorney skills, encompassing professional and client services abilities, as well as technical, substantive, and practice-specific legal expertise.
Evaluate the effectiveness and relevance of training programs and curriculum regularly, adjusting as necessary to align with the firm’s strategic objectives and evolving needs.
Collaborate closely with firm management, practice group leaders, and attorneys to identify training needs and implement effective programs, fostering strong relationships and trust.
Work alongside the training and development team, legal personnel, and practice management to engage internal and external presenters, elevate program delivery standards, update existing content, and introduce new learning opportunities.
Design and expand programs catering to attorneys at different stages of their career journey, ensuring comprehensive support from orientation to ongoing development.
Oversee the advancement of Fenwick University programs, ensuring alignment with the firm's growth and the development of legal talent.
Manage attorney orientation and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition and integration into the firm, supported by a dedicated team.
Ensure compliance with CLE requirements firmwide, including obtaining accreditation in key states, and oversee attorney bar admissions and continued compliance efforts.
Cultivate relationships with external consultants, coaches, and speakers, and maintain active involvement in relevant professional organizations and networks.
Stay abreast of talent development trends and innovations, both within and outside the legal industry, and integrate best practices into training and development initiatives.
Enhance mentorship and advisor programs in collaboration with legal personnel, practice management, and diversity teams, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
Lead the onboarding process for first-year and lateral attorney hires, collaborating with legal personnel, practice management, and recruiting teams for effective implementation.
Collaborate with the business development team to support external training offerings and facilitate career development opportunities.
Evaluate and implement e-Learning opportunities based on practice group needs.
Recruit, mentor, and motivate the training and development team, ensuring effective program execution and professional growth.
Manage the training and development budgeting process and expenditures.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
Experience and expertise in attorney professional development, including program design, adult learning principles, and career progression.
Strong passion for training and professional development, with a proven track record of designing and implementing effective programs.
Ability to deliver high-quality work with a client-centric approach.
Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members effectively.
Excellent communication, diplomacy, and listening skills, with the ability to inspire confidence at all organizational levels.
Exceptional project management and organizational abilities, coupled with a keen attention to detail.
Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong work ethic and initiative.
Demonstrated collaboration skills and the ability to build relationships across attorney and staff populations.
Capacity to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines effectively.
Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
Adaptability to thrive in fast-paced and evolving environments.
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