Legal Staff Other in Austin, TX

Law Firm

Austin, TX

Legal Staff Other in Austin, TX

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Professional Development Coordinator

Job Responsibilities:

- Work with the Professional Development (PD) manager to coordinate the law firm's biannual evaluation and feedback processes, along with partnership elevation processes. This includes managing forms, deadlines, scheduling, tracking, and internal communications.
- Liaise with group leaders and managers to ensure timely and accurate submission of evaluations.
- Plan and coordinate in-person meetings that coincide with biannual evaluation processes and partnership elevation processes, including independently handling logistics such as hotel, restaurant, and catering bookings.
- Independently track and maintain integration and development milestones for legal staff by monitoring onboarding check-ins, development conversations, and promotion readiness.
- Maintain accurate records of practice group assignments, group leader and mentor assignments, and role changes.
- Oversee and maintain resources related to PD initiatives, including FishNet pages, development roadmaps, and orientation tools.
- Coordinate mentoring assignments and support the administration of the mentoring program, monitoring participation and making recommendations to improve the experience.
- Assist with the preparation of high-quality communications related to promotions, mentoring, evaluations, and onboarding.
- Draft announcements and updates regarding evaluation cycles, PD policies, and career development initiatives.
- Collaborate with business services teams to support firmwide professional development programs and events.
- Help compile data and reports related to performance trends, utilization, and staffing patterns.
- Support the planning and logistics for PD-related programs, such as retreats, trainings, or milestone check-ins.
- Occasionally assist with Continuing Legal Education (CLE) coordination for cross-functional or client-facing PD initiatives.

Education and Experience Information:

- A is required.
- A minimum of five years of experience in administering training or professional development programs, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment, is required.
- Experience with the MS Office suite is required.
- Demonstrated ability to provide quality client service to internal and external contacts regarding routine and complex matters, and to develop and maintain effective business relationships with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Requires tact, patience, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, and to make presentations to small and large groups in an effective manner.
- Demonstrated ability to independently obtain, track, and maintain a high level of detailed information accurately and completely.
- Demonstrated ability to independently organize and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic and complex environment, meet deadlines, and successfully manage the daily workload.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in a cooperative manner to accomplish work and participate in team efforts.
- Ability to change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
- This is a hybrid role requiring the ability to work in the office a minimum of 1 day per week or more as requested.

Salary Information:

- The salary range for this position varies by geographic market. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including education, experience, skills, professional background, overall qualifications, and location.
- In Chicago, the estimated starting pay is per hour (based on a workweek).
- In Minneapolis, the estimated starting pay is per hour (based on a workweek).
- In New York, the estimated starting pay is per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek).
- In San Diego, the estimated starting pay is per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek).
- In Silicon Valley, the estimated starting pay is per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek).
- In Washington, ., the estimated starting pay is per hour (based on a workweek).

Why Join the Law Firm?

- Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
- Award-winning retirement and profit-sharing plans with employer contribution.
- A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives.
- A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on high levels of employee engagement.

Commitment to Diversity:

- The law firm is committed to diversity, enhancing the quality of legal services provided to clients, sustaining its standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthening the fabric of the firm through diverse perspectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

- This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, applicants are encouraged to review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Jul 09, 2025
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