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Manager, Learning + Professional DevelopmentGoodwin Procter • Boston, MA, US
Manager, Learning + Professional Development

Manager, Learning + Professional Development

Goodwin Procter • Boston, MA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team

Goodwin's Global Operations Team is looking for a manager to join its innovative Learning + Professional Development (L+PD) team. The manager will partner with the firm's Director, Learning + Professional Development and other managers on the L+PD team to develop and implement cutting-edge programs to onboard, train, mentor, coach, develop, engage, and retain outstanding attorneys, with a central focus on the firm's Litigation practices, leadership programs, and professional development initiatives.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

What You Will Do :

  • Work with the Director and other managers on the team to build core legal and professional skills training programs to support associate and professional track attorney development.
  • Work to design and implement core competencies and a core training curriculum for select Business Units, legal practice areas, and professional staff departments (with a focus on Litigation), working as a business partner with such Business Units, legal practice areas, and GO Team departments.
  • Design and implement core skills training programs in the areas of feedback, people and project management, business development, and communications skills, with a focus on associate leadership development.
  • Work collaboratively across functions and within the team to create and execute on a comprehensive talent development strategy.
  • Manage the firm's continuing legal education (CLE) team, CLE administration, and CLE compliance requirements, including collaborating with other members of the CLE team on CLE accreditation, CLE compliance monitoring / auditing, and CLE required reporting.
  • Develop, implement, and manage effective and consistent programs to enhance work / life effectiveness for attorneys, including collaborating with the firm's Career Coaching function on joint programming.
  • Partner with the L+PD team to improve all firm training programs and tools to be more interactive, practical, and effective, applying advanced adult learning theory and relevant technologies.
  • Ensure any programs and initiatives are connected and complementary to Business Unit, Business Development, IT, and Knowledge Management initiatives.
  • Maintain an understanding of the firm's competitors and their professional development programs to ensure the firm remains at the forefront of the field.
  • Assume additional responsibilities as requested.

Who You Are :

  • Bachelor's Degree required; Juris Doctor and Litigation background strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 4 years of practice in a large law firm and / or 3 years of professional development experience in a leading professional services firm. Professional coaching certification or experience and / or teaching experience considered a plus.
  • Experience with CLE course accreditation and compliance considered a plus.
  • Familiarity with organizational development, curriculum management, instructional design, learning management systems, online learning technologies, and adult learning techniques and theory also considered a plus.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills, as well as the ability to listen well, take initiative, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Training event management experience also a plus.
  • Must be a diplomatic and creative problem solver and possess superior judgment.
  • Proven ability to build trust with and gain buy-in from firm leaders and other key stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel to multiple firm office locations, including international offices, as necessary.
  • Hybrid; 3 days in-office required

    • Benefits and More

    At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including :

  • Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement & Savings Plan
  • Emergency back-up child and adult care
  • Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
  • Employee recognition and reward programs
  • Employee wellness and assistance programs
  • Employee discounts and perks

    • Consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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