Client Program Coordinator (Minneapolis, MN) (#4083)

Dorsey & Whitney is seeking a Client Program Coordinator, where you’ll collaborate across teams to create external-facing educational programs across in-person, webinar, and hybrid formats. In this role, you will partner with attorneys, Marketing & Business Development, and Professional Development to execute CLE-accredited programs, manage logistics and technology, and ensure seamless experiences for clients and external audiences. If you are energized by coordinating people, content, and platforms, ensuring every touchpoint reflects Dorsey’s commitment to client service and quality, we look forward to hearing from you!

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Check against multiple calendars to ensure availability of key stakeholders and resources; reserve rooms and liaise with internal teams on event logistics, such as A/V needs, catering, etc.; vet topics and speakers in conjunction with key attorney and Marketing & Business Development (MBD) stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Communications team on language, design and potential invitees; manage the registration process, ensuring integration between CRM and LMS; promote programs via internal channels.
• Support attorneys and MBD professionals with reviewing and finalizing content for client-facing programs; maintain and update templates to promote consistency and brand standards; ensure that final materials comply with CLE regulations and internal guidelines.
• Coordinate with the CLE Specialist on client-facing CLE programs to ensure that accreditation requirements are met across relevant jurisdictions; save required materials and attendance records; support CLE Specialist in completing CLE applications and attendance reports.
• Schedule and host practice/”tech check” sessions to identify and troubleshoot any potential issues; provide technical support for presenters and attendees; manage chat and/or Q&A, if applicable.
• Record attendance in appropriate systems; send feedback survey and compile results; prepare data for relevant stakeholders and recommend improvements.
• Play a key role in the planning and execution of signature client events, including working with the events team on venue selection, A/V/technical needs, catering, collaborating with the planning committee, and coordinating with external presenters on calendaring, materials, planning sessions and day-of logistics.
• Partner with the Professional Development team on efforts to standardize and document program coordination and CLE processes.
• Support the updating and maintenance of the CRM and LMS
• Provide support for other Professional Development programs and initiatives, as needed.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience coordinating programs or events in a professional office environment, preferably for clients/external audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and collaborate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Demonstrated project management skills; ability to track, prioritize and coordinate tasks for multiple events simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of accountability for producing high-quality programs.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines, including occasional short-turn projects.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working with a CRM and/or LMS.
• Experience working in a law firm or professional services setting.
  
  

About Dorsey

Dorsey & Whitney is a global law firm with over 650 lawyers across 22 offices in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We provide strategic legal counsel to companies worldwide across a diverse range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive pay and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to business professionals working 17 hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey’s benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; paid time off; up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for business professionals who give birth; paid holidays; paid volunteer day; discretionary bonuses (if bonus eligible); adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

One Of Our Greatest Strengths Is a Friendly, Cooperative Culture That Values And Appreciates Each Individual. Dorsey Has Received External Recognition For Our Welcoming Workplace, Including

• Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
• Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
• 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
• Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
• Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)
  
  

Reasonable Accommodations

Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.

How To Apply

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.

The pay range for this position in Minnesota only is $29.44 to $38.10 per hour.

Dorsey estimates it will accept applications through June 1, 2026.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

Office Location:

Minneapolis, MN