C&M Legal Search is Hiring an Attorney Development Coordinator Near Palo Alto, CA
Attorney Development CoordinatorProvides coordination and support to the Attorney Development department in a variety of areas including, new attorney and summer associate onboarding, engagement, learning and development, event planning, HRIS database management and special projects.
Collaborates with team members to coordinate firmwide/local training and evaluations, as well as organize and attend in person professional development or engagement programs.
Provides support for the attorney performance review process, including compiling data in preparation for review meetings and ensuring timely completion of reviews.
Collaborates with team members to coordinate CA bar and CLE compliance, including admission progress, generate periodic reports, and email reminders to attorneys and team.
Processes expenses for reimbursement including, moving expenses, bar and CLE related expenses, vendors, etc.
Coordinates attorney arrival/departure process including new attorney onboarding and integration processes, building orientation schedules, monitoring completion of training, maintaining department files, tracking attorney progress. and termination packets.
Assists with Workday entry and announcements relating to arrival/departure process, CA bar admission, and other tracking related to Firm policy.
Coordinates local Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion events and tracks mentoring program activities.
Collaborates with speakers and vendors, and stores materials in relevant document management systems.
Actively participates in team meetings and shares recommendations for improvement.
Serves as a liaison to respond to various departmental questions or requests.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with colleagues.
Manages Firm resources responsibly.
Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Proficient knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
Self-starter with initiative and resourcefulness
Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Ability to work calmly in a demanding and fast-paced environment
Excellent teamwork skills, ability to work independently and as a team player
Flexibility to travel occasionally
Ability to attend evening events, sometimes with short notice and with increased frequency during peak season
Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
Experience/Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 years' related program or event coordination experience
Salary DetailsThe starting base salary for this Palo Alto position is expected to be between $75,000 to $85,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.