Manager of Training and Development

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13524588

With 500+ professionals and 350+ business professionals, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP (www.manatt.com), is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for quality and an extraordinary commitment to clients. The Firms groundbreaking approachbringing together legal services, advocacy and business strategydifferentiates Manatt from its competitors and positions the Firm to provide a distinct and compelling value proposition.

Are you ready to launch your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking professional services firm? Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP is seeking a passionate Manager of Training and Development to join our growing Talent team! In this role, youll work at the heart of our nationally recognized firm, supporting innovative training and performance initiatives for our talented professionals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact from day one, we invite you to become part of Manatts commitment to excellence and professional growth.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Director of Training and Development, Legal,

and practice group leaders to design and execute training programs for attorneys and business professionals.

Lead the planning and execution of practice group training

initiatives, including designing annual curricula and overseeing the delivery of core programs in partnership with the Director and team.

Design, develop, manage, and execute interactive mock-style

trainings (e.g., mock trials, corporate simulations) in partnership with the Director and team.

Create and deliver orientation programming for summer associates,

first-year associates, counsel, and partners with the Director and team.

Collaborate with other Manatt departments to develop and execute

relevant programming.

Develop and implement leveled training programs, academies, and

professional skills curricula in collaboration with the Director and team.

Conduct research and stay informed on emerging trends and best

practices in legal and professional services training.

Cultivate relationships with outside speakers and vendors, and make

recommendations as needed.

Meet with new lateral associates and partners and conduct welcome

programming (including individual orientations).

Develop a deep working knowledge of the LMS and CLE system and have

a general understanding of the CLE rules in the states where Manatt has offices; use LMS to build training tracks as needed.

In partnership with the Director, work on the strategic direction

and administration of attorney mentoring programs, including developing and implementing communications, training initiatives, and related programming and events.

Conduct surveys and analyze results to identify training and

professional development needs.

Support the Director and Performance and Advancement team in

refreshing and maintaining competency frameworks.

Proactively contribute ideas to enhance CLE and training

initiatives.

Work with the Director to manage the budget and expenses.

Assist with general training and development and CLE projects as

needed.

Assist with performance and advancement projects on occasion.

Supervise junior team members.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor\'s degree and J.D. required

At least five (5) years of legal experience in a professional services firm

Prior experience working with CLE tracking systems or databases

Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset; outstanding project management skills required for high-accuracy work

Proven capacity to manage and adapt to multiple competing priorities

Willingness to travel as needed for firmwide training programs

Comfortable working across teams and departments; strong relationship-building skills

Excellent client service orientation and problem-solving capabilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information

Strong interpersonal skills as a relationship builder who can flex work style and adapt to the styles of others and work across teams

Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, including planning, organizing, decision-making, and problem-solving; ability to lead multiple teams and workstreams

Solid understanding of project management principles; proven ability to develop, implement, and manage large-scale, long-term initiatives

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