Coordinator, Professional Development

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Position Summary

The Coordinator, Professional Development will provide various clerical and organizational support to the PD team as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

This position will provide support primarily to the corporate department but will assist with other projects across the firm as needed. Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Counsel and Associate Reviews

• Lead end-to-end management of annual, interim, off-cycle and mid-year reviews.
• Create timetable and outline for mid-year, off-cycle, and annual reviews. Follow steps to keep everything on schedule. Ensure all necessary emails are sent out to associates, partners and management committee to keep everyone informed of what to expect.
• Monitor completion rates and provide regular updates.
• Maintain documentation, templates, and workplan to ensure consistency and institutional knowledge.
• Troubleshoot problems and work with IT to swiftly fix issues while communicating with reviewers regarding intake and resolution of problems.
  
  

Mentoring Programs

• Provide organizational support to running of mentorship programs, including Career Advisor Program and Associate Mentor Program.
  
  

Reports

• Prepare and distribute hours reports for practice group coordinators, staffing partners and Professional Development Managers.
• Run ad hoc reports as needed.
  
  

Ad Hoc Projects (examples)

• Assist with any logistics and administrative tasks related to ad hoc projects and events.
• Assist with other ad hoc projects for the PD department.
  
  

Qualifications/Position Requirements

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong time-management and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
• Detail-oriented, organized and driven, with the desire to take ownership of projects and responsibilities, but to also work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding personnel matters and other sensitive information is essential
• Highly motivated, responsive and conscientious, with a commitment to delivering excellent client service
• Ability to maintain professional composure in high- pressure situations and a fast-paced, multi-authority environment
• Availability during standard office hours and the ability to respond to email promptly outside of standard office hours and on weekends is essential.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel (pivot tables, running and creating functions).
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat working with PDFs.
  
  

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least one years’ experience with similar responsibilities in a large law firm or similar environment.
  
  

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $70,000–$80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.