Attorney Professional Development Coordinator

O'Melveny & Myers LLP; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Melveny & Myers LLP in Century City seeks an Attorney Professional Development Coordinator to join our growing Talent Development team. You will coordinate annual performance reviews for associates and counsel, support compensation processes, and help implement new feedback initiatives.

The role requires at least two years in legal program coordination, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong writing, communication, and MS Office skills (Workday a plus).

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of development or program coordination experience in a legal professional environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Knowledge of attorney development procedures.
• Collaborative, resilient, high energy, team player with the ability to work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on attention to detail, problem solving, and the ability to multitask.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills. Must be able to tailor written work product to the appropriate audience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Workday.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Attorney Professional Development Manager to coordinate the annual Associate and Counsel performance review processes.
• Support the annual Associate and Counsel bonus and compensation process, including tracking market data and preparing for the review committee’s annual meetings.
• Assist with launching and implementing the firm’s new IMPROVE feedback initiative.
• Support programming and curriculum implementation for the firm’s Associate and Counsel Leadership Academies.
• Assist with annual, multi-state bar dues renewals and related reporting.
• Coordinate CLE programs for the firm’s attorneys and clients, including attendance tracking, program materials, submissions for credit in relevant jurisdictions, and logistical support.
• Monitor CLE accreditation rules and regulations across jurisdictions to help ensure that designated programs remain compliant.
• Handle scheduling, invitations, reminders, and other Talent Development communications.
• Partner with the Professional Development team to foster strong working relationships with Partners, Associates, and Counsel.
• Support overall Talent Development Department needs with special projects and firmwide initiatives as needed.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Workday

Job description

It’s more than what you do: it’s how you do it. That’s why O’Melveny is counsel of choice to an ever-expanding list of market leaders. Opportunity at O’Melveny means working alongside dynamic and team-oriented colleagues on evolving legal and business issues and opportunities for prominent clients around the world. It’s a place to build a rewarding career by tackling new challenges; being appreciated, included, and supported; and creating lasting connections.

With approximately 850 lawyers on three continents, more than 80 practice and industry service areas, and strong cultural ties to its 17 locations, O’Melveny is a global law firm with a local feel. At our core, you’ll find a dedication to excellence, a drive to lead and innovate, and a deep sense of civic responsibility.

So, tell us. What do you want to achieve? Visit us at www.omm.com; learn more in our firm at-a-glance; and find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

O’Melveny has an immediate opening for an Attorney Professional Development Coordinator in our Century City office.

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 and represents the firm’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Attorney Professional Development Manager to coordinate the annual Associate and Counsel performance review processes.
• Support the annual Associate and Counsel bonus and compensation process, including tracking market data and preparing for the review committee’s annual meetings.
• Assist with launching and implementing the firm’s new IMPROVE feedback initiative.
• Support programming and curriculum implementation for the firm’s Associate and Counsel Leadership Academies.
• Assist with annual, multi-state bar dues renewals and related reporting.
• Coordinate CLE programs for the firm’s attorneys and clients, including attendance tracking, program materials, submissions for credit in relevant jurisdictions, and logistical support.
• Monitor CLE accreditation rules and regulations across jurisdictions to help ensure that designated programs remain compliant.
• Handle scheduling, invitations, reminders, and other Talent Development communications.
• Partner with the Professional Development team to foster strong working relationships with Partners, Associates, and Counsel.
• Support overall Talent Development Department needs with special projects and firmwide initiatives as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Minimum of two years of development or program coordination experience in a legal professional environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Knowledge of attorney development procedures.
• Collaborative, resilient, high energy, team player with the ability to work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on attention to detail, problem solving, and the ability to multitask.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills. Must be able to tailor written work product to the appropriate audience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Workday.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package.

EOE M/F/D/V. No phone inquiries please.