Attorney Development Manager in Austin, TX

Law Firm

Austin, TX

Attorney Development Manager in Austin, TX

Law Firm Non Legal Department

3-5 yrs required

No

The Attorney Development Manager is a key role within Jackson Walker, Texas' largest law firm, responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of professional development programs and initiatives for attorneys. This role is located in Austin, TX and reports to the Director of Attorney Development. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and experience in attorney professional development or other professional services, with a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a law firm or professional services office.

Key Responsibilities:
- Research, develop, budget, and deliver annual attorney development core curriculum programs for all attorneys, with a primary focus on Associates within assigned practice groups or projects.
- Manage and coordinate all training programs within the Litigation Training Curriculum.
- Identify training needs for attorneys at all stages of practice and develop relevant training programs and curricula.
- Partner with external vendors and internal subject matter experts to create suitable content and materials for training sessions.
- Build consistent cross-firm attorney programming and encourage cross-firm training and development opportunities.
- Establish and maintain internal and external networks to coach, offer resources, and provide training.
- Stay informed of trends in the legal market and the legal professional development community.
- Contribute to and execute the goals of the team.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a law firm or professional services office.
- Strong interest and experience in attorney professional development or other professional services.
- Detail-oriented with strong execution and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to think critically and show initiative.
- Ability to handle confidential documents and information appropriately.

Working Conditions:
- Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise and temperature.
- Some travel is expected for this position, with occasional travel to other Jackson Walker offices.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Jackson Walker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and making employment decisions based on job-related factors.

In this role as the Attorney Development Manager at Jackson Walker, you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to create and execute professional development activities for attorneys in an agile environment. With a focus on meeting the goals of Firm Management in attorney training, feedback, retention, and promotion, this role is crucial to the success of the firm.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual with a strong interest and experience in attorney professional development or other professional services. As the Attorney Development Manager, you will research, develop, and deliver annual attorney development programs, manage training programs, and identify training needs for attorneys at all stages of practice. You will also collaborate with internal and external resources to create suitable content and materials for training sessions.

To be successful in this role, you must have excellent communication skills, the ability to think critically and show initiative, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. A minimum of 3-5 years experience in a law firm or professional services office is required, along with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Jackson Walker is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and making employment decisions based on job-related factors. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team and contribute to our overall goal of providing exceptional service to our clients. If you are passionate about attorney development and have the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Jackson Walker.