Career Development Programs Assistant

Mcdermott-Will-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte is seeking a Professional Development Assistant to provide administrative support to the Professional Development team. The role handles logistics, surveys, and reporting for attorney development programs, onboarding, and event planning across in-person and virtual formats.

Responsibilities include coordinating rooms, AV, catering, and materials, maintaining records and data, and preparing client-ready communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics and communications for firmwide attorney development programs.
• Support program administration including invitations, registration, tracking, materials, attendance and feedback.

Skills

Microsoft 365 Suite

Oral & written communication

Organization & detail orientation

Client service

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Confidential information handling

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte is seeking a Professional Development Assistant to provide administrative support to the Professional Development team. The role handles logistics, surveys, and reporting for attorney development programs, onboarding, and event planning across in-person and virtual formats.

Responsibilities include coordinating rooms, AV, catering, and materials, maintaining records and data, and preparing client-ready communications.