Manager, Professional Development

Goodmans LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian law firm is seeking a full-time Manager, Professional Development. You will oversee internal education programs, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for legal professionals. The ideal candidate has a law degree, strong organizational skills, and experience in legal settings. This role includes managing CPD compliance and collaborating with various teams to enhance training initiatives. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment for diverse talents.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive compensation

Convenient downtown location

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in a legal setting or private practice.
• Experience in working with AI tools and legal technology.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage comprehensive learning programs for legal professionals.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop internal training programs.
• Oversee CPD compliance and accreditation management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Education

LL.B. or J.D.

Tools

Learning management systems

Online learning technologies

Job description

Goodmans LLP is internationally recognized as one of Canada’s leading and most innovative law firms. We offer market leading expertise in M&A, corporate, securities and finance, private equity, real estate, tax, restructuring, litigation and other business-related specialties.

What makes Goodmans a great place to work?

Knowing you are part of a team that will ensure you feel valued, connected and supported. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, then this is the place for you. Join us and put yourself in good company!

We are looking for a full-time Manager, Professional Development. As a key member of the Administration team, you will be reporting to our Co-Directors, Legal Talent and working closely with the firm’s legal and other professionals.

In this role, you will be responsible for the design, delivery, and oversight of the firm’s internal education programs for legal professionals as well as client‑facing learning initiatives, ensuring consistently high-quality experiences that enhance legal expertise, professional skills, and client value. The position also manages CPD accreditation, trains and educates all new legal professionals, supports strategic committee initiatives, and integrates best practices in adult learning across all educational offerings.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Firm-Wide Training & Development (For Legal Professionals)

• Design and manage comprehensive learning programs for all legal professionals – including students, lawyers, and law clerks – to ensure consistent, high-quality onboarding, skills development, and ongoing professional growth
• Collaborate with subject‑matter experts to develop and deliver internal professional development programs, curriculum and initiatives covering substantive, professionalism, practice specific skills development, communication and presentation skills, relationship building, client service, resilience, wellness and diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging programs

Client‑Facing Education Programs

• Designing and coordinating the firm’s client‑facing education initiatives in partnership with the Marketing team, including content development, speaker coordination, event management, and execution to ensure seamless delivery and a high‑quality learning experience

CPD Strategy, Accreditation, Compliance & Operational Management

• Overseeing all aspects of CPD compliance, accreditation and reporting, including keeping up to date on the LSO requirements, managing all accreditation for internal and external CPD programs and teaching, tracking participation, and completing year‑end compliance and reporting to LSO
• Managing all department administration including budgets, staff, archive content access, day‑to‑day support for lawyers and students on CPD matters, firm communications and reporting

Cross Functional Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships

• Support and collaborate with firm committees, including Women’s Success, DEIB, Innovation, and Technology, to align educational content with strategic priorities and enhance firm‑wide engagement
• Work closely with the Knowledge Management team to leverage education resources and content to build the firm’s intellectual capital
• Partner with the Library Services team to support training and development initiatives and optimize resources and subscriptions

Requirements:

• LL.B. or J.D.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a legal setting or private practice (private practice preferred)
• Experience and strong interest in working with Knowledge Management team to support, develop, or deliver training related to AI tools, legal technology, and emerging innovations and trends
• Experience with training facilitation, learning management systems, and online learning technologies
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and time‑management skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Ability to build trust, secure buy‑in from key stakeholders, and work collaboratively with others
• Proven client‑service mindset with the ability to anticipate and respond to needs proactively
• Detail‑oriented, self‑directed, and capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously

Why Join Us?

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes extended health and dental coverage, life insurance, short- and long‑term disability, an employee assistance program, a fitness allowance and more.
• Competitive compensation and vacation entitlements that recognize your contributions
• A convenient downtown location and short walk from Union subway station and accessible from the path

Goodmans LLP is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].