Attorney Career Counseling Leader

Cooley LLP; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health savings account

Generous parental leave and fertility benefits

Job summary

A leading law firm in Seattle is seeking a Senior Manager of Career Counseling to support attorneys in their career transitions. Your role will involve providing personalized job search assistance, managing a job board, and developing career-focused programs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in career counseling, along with strong knowledge of the legal market. This position offers competitive compensation, a flexible hybrid work schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in career counseling, professional development, or legal recruiting.
• Ability to guide attorneys through career transitions and provide job-search support.
• Demonstrated experience advising on in-house moves or similar transitions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one career counseling to attorneys exploring roles outside the firm.
• Manage and expand a curated job board for job opportunities.
• Create panels and programs focused on career transitions.

Skills

Career counseling

Professional development

Legal recruiting

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's and/or JD Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

iManage

Job description

A leading law firm in Seattle is seeking a Senior Manager of Career Counseling to support attorneys in their career transitions. Your role will involve providing personalized job search assistance, managing a job board, and developing career-focused programs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in career counseling, along with strong knowledge of the legal market. This position offers competitive compensation, a flexible hybrid work schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package.