Specialist, Talent Development

SUMMARY 

A prestigious law firm is seeking a strategic and motivated Specialist – Talent Development (“Specialist”) to join the Legal Talent Office (“LTO”) in the New York office.  This multi-faceted role will assist the Director of Diversity & Talent Development (“Director”) to create, develop, and implement a variety of associate initiatives. They will work closely with associates, senior partners, and practice group leaders to deliver high-quality programs aimed at enhancing the associate experience, morale, and retention.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• In consultation with the Director and Associate Development team, design and execute programs and events for associates.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, communicating regularly and proactively with the Director and Firm leadership to keep them abreast of progress and feedback related to ongoing initiatives to enhance the associate experience, morale, and retention.
• Work closely with various teams in the LTO in the creation and administration of Firm-wide programs and trainings.
• Help guide junior associates with integration into the Firm.
• Support the summer associate recruitment process and help coordinate summer associate program activities.
• Collaborate with various team members, other departments, and key stakeholders on multiple, concurrent projects.
• Additional responsibilities and special projects may be assigned within other areas of the LTO.

In addition, responsibilities related to maintaining firm and client information are to be adhered to by all employees. This includes complying with the firm’s information security policies, protecting firm assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference, and reporting security events or potential events or other security risks to management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Self-starter with superb organizational skills and high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; an ability to work effectively with a wide-range of lawyers and professional staff and a commitment to responsiveness.
• Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism at all times.
• Flexible and growth mindset, open to new ideas and evolving responsibilities.
• Ability to handle multiple, concurrent projects and generate quality work product in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment; flexibility to work additional hours, as necessary.
• A commitment to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• B.A. or B.S. required.
• At least five years of experience working at a law firm, financial institution or similarly fast-paced professional services environment preferred. Experience working with senior leaders/partners is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION

The base salary range offered for this role will be between $100,000.00-$120,000.00, plus overtime and bonus.  When determining a candidate’s compensation offer, elements unique to each person are taken into consideration including but not limited to skill set, experience level, performance, professional certifications, degrees and location, as well as the needs of the Firm. 

The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses and other benefits.