Professional Development Manager

5 days ago

San Francisco Bay Area, United States Esquire Recruiting, LLC Full time

Professional Development Manager | Global Law Firm | San Francisco, CA Our prestigious and globally recognized AM LAW 50 law firm client is hiring an experienced law firm Professional Development Manager to support their Bay offices. The Professional Development Manager will be based in Los Angeles, CA and will have primary responsibility for supporting the professional development of lawyers in Client's three southern California offices. Drawing on superior relationship-building skills, the Manager will conduct ongoing formal and informal outreach to individual lawyers; leaders at the practice, office, and committee level; and other key stakeholders to facilitate dialogue and maintain a practice of continuous needs assessment on matters of professional development. The Manager will collaborate broadly within and beyond the Professional Development team to create and implement local, regional, and firmwide programs and initiatives to advance our lawyers’ development, engagement, and satisfaction; meet our clients’ needs; and ensure the satisfaction of relevant continuing legal education and other requirements. The Manager will collaborate with the firm’s broader Learning & Development team, report to a Dallas-based Director of Professional Development, and supervise, develop, and mentor a Los Angeles-based Professional Development Coordinator. Our client firm is offering a highly competitive base salary, bonus and benefit packgage

Send resume to Amy Altman: amy@esquire-recruiting.com


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lawyer Orientation, Integration, and Training

  • Assist in local and regional implementation of the firmwide strategic direction for attorney professional development.
  • Develop and deliver regional and firmwide training offerings that meet professional, business, and client-service goals. Propose, design, introduce, and support new initiatives as needed.
  • Collaborate with the Director and appropriate firm committees to deliver and continually enhance attorney orientation programs and lateral attorney integration initiatives, coordinate and implement summer associate training, respond to identified training and development needs, and otherwise further attorney training and development.
  • Track and evaluate the quality and quantity of attorney training opportunities, including collecting relevant data and producing related reports.
  • Produce professional development resources and craft professional development communications as needed.

CLE Compliance

  • Assist with and oversee the Professional Development Coordinator’s tracking of lawyers' California CLE compliance.
  • Communicate with California-admitted lawyers regarding their compliance status; work with the Professional Development Coordinator, Director, and Office of General Counsel to help ensure 100% compliance for California-admitted lawyers firmwide.
  • Assist with tracking other CLE compliance requirements for California-based attorneys licensed elsewhere, as identified and delegated by the Director.
  • Career Development and Mentoring
  • Promote a work environment that helps lawyers reach their highest potential.
  • Counsel lawyers on career-development matters as needed.
  • Help support firm mentoring programs, including implementing training and other resources for mentors and mentees.

Employee Development and Management

  • Train, develop and mentor the Professional Development Coordinator.
  • Conduct annual performance reviews.

REQUIREMENTS:

Required

  • J.D. degree
  • A minimum of 5 years of work experience in learning and development, law, or related field
  • A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to format presentations, graphs, charts, and other visual methods of presenting information
  • Ability to work effectively across offices and time zones
  • Availability to make regular visits to Sidley’s California offices and to travel occasionally to other offices within the US

Preferred

  • California practice experience
  • Adult education and program design experience
  • Teaching or public-speaking experience
  • Familiarity with CLE rules and regulations
  • Experience with a global or national law firm


OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

  • Superior relationship building skills and judgment
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
  • Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including the ability to create visual methods to present information

  • Business Development Manager

    2 weeks ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Randstad Life Sciences US Full time

    Exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager in Biotech! Join a dynamic and fast-growing biotech company at the forefront of innovation. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply and expand your expertise in immuno-oncology, animal model gene engineering, preclinical pharmacology, and more. You'll play a pivotal part in driving business...

  • Business Development Manager

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Intelliswift Software Full time

    Job DescriptionExciting opportunity for an experienced Account Manager / Business Development Manager for our IT Staffing / Solutions, to join a fun, growing, and award-winning National Consulting & Staffing firm.We offer an innovative corporate culture and outstanding compensation plan with solid six-figure plus earning potential in the first year.Account...

  • Sales Business Development Manager

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Vsolutions Technologies Full time

    Vsolutions Technologies is a fast-growing IT services and consulting startup. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that help companies scale, innovate, and drive measurable results.The Role:We’re looking for a dynamic Sales / Business Development Manager who can thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. You’ll build strategic relationships with...

  • Strategic Philanthropy Development Manager

    4 weeks ago

    San Francisco, California, United States Chinatown Community Development Center Full time

    **Job Title:** Strategic Philanthropy Development Manager**Job Summary:The Development Manager, Planned Giving, plays a pivotal role in securing financial support for Chinatown Community Development Center by developing and executing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward planned gifts. This role requires a skilled and experienced professional with a...

  • Business Development Manager

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States SpatialVerse Full time

    SpatialVerse Business Development&Sales Manager About Us SpatialVerse, a team focusing on data services owned by Manycore Tech Inc (Kujiale). Established in November 2011, Manycore is a fast-growing, disruptive design software platform. Being cloud-native, mobile-friendly and smart, our platform pioneers the interior design, decoration and construction...

  • Business Development Manager

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Diligente Technologies Full time

    Staffing industry experience highly preferred.As a Business Development Manager/Account Manager, you will be a total solution provider and be responsible for:· New business prospecting and development; including develop new customers.· Generating new customer and sales leads, setting-up accounts.· Drive new client development via market research, cold...

  • Director of Development

    2 weeks ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Forum Mobility Full time

    Company Overview:Forum Mobility is a purpose-driven developer, owner and operator of zero-emission electric semi-truck charging depots and a buyer and lessor of electric semi-trucks. The charging depots are the next generation of fueling stations for zero-emission battery powered electric semi-trucks and are being developed by Forum Mobility at ports, along...

  • Vsolutions Technologies | Sales Business Development Manager

    2 weeks ago

    san francisco bay area, United States Vsolutions Technologies Full time

    Vsolutions Technologies is a fast-growing IT services and consulting startup. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that help companies scale, innovate, and drive measurable results.The Role:We’re looking for a dynamic Sales / Business Development Manager who can thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. You’ll build strategic relationships with...

  • Diligente Technologies | Business Development Manager

    2 weeks ago

    san francisco bay area, United States Diligente Technologies Full time

    Staffing industry experience highly preferred.As a Business Development Manager/Account Manager, you will be a total solution provider and be responsible for:· New business prospecting and development; including develop new customers.· Generating new customer and sales leads, setting-up accounts.· Drive new client development via market research, cold...

  • Diligente Technologies | Business Development Manager

    2 weeks ago

    san francisco bay area, United States Diligente Technologies Full time

    Staffing industry experience highly preferred.As a Business Development Manager/Account Manager, you will be a total solution provider and be responsible for:· New business prospecting and development; including develop new customers.· Generating new customer and sales leads, setting-up accounts.· Drive new client development via market research, cold...

  • Account / Business Developer Manager - IT Staffing

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States DPP Tech Full time

    JOB ROLE:Role Overview:Prospecting and selling contract, contract-to-hire & full-time IT staffing services to public sector and private corporations in the SF Bay area.Responsibilities:Opportunity:Prospect and schedule client first meetings.Use a variety of methods (cold call, social media, direct email) to develop relationships and open new...

  • Forum Mobility | Director of Development

    2 weeks ago

    san francisco bay area, United States Forum Mobility Full time

    Company Overview:Forum Mobility is a purpose-driven developer, owner and operator of zero-emission electric semi-truck charging depots and a buyer and lessor of electric semi-trucks. The charging depots are the next generation of fueling stations for zero-emission battery powered electric semi-trucks and are being developed by Forum Mobility at ports, along...

  • The Newport Group

    3 days ago

    san francisco bay area, United States The Newport Group - Executive Recruiters Full time

    We are working with a well established successful private homebuilder in the Bay area. If you are tired of the big public builders or just want to try something new this maybe the right fit for you. Our client is seeking an experienced Land Development Manager. This role reports to the head of operations. This person could come in on a full time employment...

  • Business Development Associate

    2 weeks ago

    San Francisco, California, United States Business Development Firm Full time

    At our esteemed Business Development Firm, we are seeking an exceptional individual to fill the role of Business Development Associate. This position offers a unique opportunity for growth and development in the field of business management and consulting. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for cultivating relationships with clients,...

  • Sales Development Representative

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Cromatic Full time

    Company DescriptionCromatic is a venture-backed TechBio company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We focus on removing barriers in the life sciences industry by simplifying the process of finding and managing scientific outsourcing. Our software streamlines scientific outsourcing, allowing companies to concentrate on groundbreaking discoveries.Role...

  • Vice President of Business Development

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Capital Advisors Group, Inc. Full time

    CAPITAL ADVISORS GROUP, INC.VICE PRESIDENT of BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTJob DescriptionCapital Advisors Group, Inc. (www.capitaladvisors.com), an independent institutional investment advisor specializing in cash investment management and debt finance placement, is seeking to expand its business development team.The Vice President of Business Development will be...

  • Professional Development Manager

    2 weeks ago

    San Francisco, California, United States McCall Staffing Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are looking for a seasoned Event Coordinator to lead our event planning efforts. As an Event Coordinator, you will oversee the organization and execution of various events, including staff training, professional development meetings, and social gatherings.The successful candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, strong...

  • Quantitative Developer

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Delmar Nord Full time

    If you're a quant developer who is looking for an opportunity on the West Coast/Bay Area, then this is a hard role to pass up on. It's with an established player who is looking to build out their office in town with a strong portfolio manager at the helm of the business. The ideal candidate will have at least 4+ years of experience working as a quantitative...

  • Engineering Manager

    5 days ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States Saragossa Full time

    Lead and shape the engineering team at this Series B AI Startup that’s redefining developer tooling with their custom-built AI stack – featuring radical contextual awareness of codebases and an in-house LLM.They’ve raised over $200M+ in funding from top-tier investors and recently launched out of stealth. You’ll join an elite group of engineers and...

  • Director of Development

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco Bay Area, United States White House Historical Association Full time

    The White House Historical Association (WHHA) is hiring a Director of Development (Western & Northwestern Regions) in the Development Department. (Role to be based in San Francisco Bay or Seattle Metro Area).About the organization: The White House Historical Association is a nonprofit educational association founded in 1961 for the purpose of enhancing the...