Professional Development Manager

Professional Development Manager is needed for a growing law firm located downtown Chicago. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the administration of attorney training programs
• Oversee Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
• Seek and obtain accreditation for the firm’s CLE programs in Illinois
• Develop and deliver practice area-specific training curricula on an on-going basis
• Develop and deliver firm-wide training programs to cover ethics, professionalism, practice management and attorney well-being
• Develop and implement orientation programs for new attorneys, including Basic Skills training
• Implement and coordinate mentoring programs for new attorneys, new partners and affinity networks
• Manage the administration of the firm’s pro bono activities
• Foster and maintain the firm’s relationships with legal aid service providers and not-for-profit organizations in need of pro bono legal assistance
• Coordinate staffing of firm-sponsored pro bono activities
• Collaborate with committee members to provide leadership with respect to diversity initiatives
• Collaborate with the Human Resources Department to help develop and support the firm’s well-being initiatives
• Support the women’s mentoring teams and the firm’s affinity group for parents
• Coordinate client CLE programs with the Marketing Department
• Assist in developing the annual budget for professional development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor
• Minimum 2-3 years related experience in a professional services firm
• Knowledge of Illinois MCLE rules a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

The law firm offers a competitive compensation package and a diverse and friendly environment. Interested candidates please email resumes directly to and