Legal Training and Development Attorney

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is seeking a Legal Training and Development Attorney to shape the development and careers of non‑partner lawyers, partnering with partners and leaders to design, implement, and refine training programs aligned with Orrick’s strategy.

This role collaborates with partners and leaders to foster a culture of continuous learning, drive innovative training initiatives including technology and AI, and track associate progress across Business Units.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of substantive proficiency as an attorney.
• Strong project management and presentation skills.
• Fluency with legal and workplace technology.
• Ideal candidate is an experienced Orrick or Big Law attorney.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with partners on training strategy and vision for Business Units/Practice Groups.
• Drives training development, execution and implementation with input from Senior Practice Manager and training partners.
• Leads monthly Training Council meetings for the Business Unit.
• Assesses training needs with stakeholders to inform strategy and create programs.
• Tracks associate training against benchmarks with Senior Practice Manager and Lawyer Development.
• Champions legal tech, Gen AI, and innovative resources in the training curriculum.

Skills

Legal training

Project management

Presentation skills

Legal tech fluency

Tools

Legal technology tools

Job description

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Legal Training and Development Attorney. This position could be based in any of our U.S. offices.

As a Legal Training and Development Attorney, you will play a strategic, hands‑on role in shaping the development and careers of our non‑partner lawyers and supporting Orrick’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and client service. This position serves as a trusted advisor and resource for aligned business units.

This highly collaborative position will work closely with partners as well as key firm and team/practice leaders to design, implement, and refine training programs to foster professional growth, enhance team performance, and ensure alignment with our strategic business objectives. The Legal Training and Development Attorney will advocate for best practices and help drive a collaborative culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both individual careers and the overall success of the firm

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with partners on the Business Unit Training Council on Business Unit/Practice Group‑specific training strategy and vision
• Drives Business Unit/Practice Group training development, execution and implementation, including seeking input from Senior Practice Manager and training partners regarding subject matter experts and/or presenters
• Leads monthly Training Council meetings for the Business Unit
• Works with key stakeholders, including Partners, Senior Practice Manager, Lawyer Development, Innovation Team and across Business Units to assess training needs, inform training strategy and create relevant training programs
• Track individual associate training, aligning with benchmarks, in collaboration with the Senior Practice Manager and Lawyer Development
• Collaborate with the Innovation team, including Innovation Attorneys, to champion and incorporate legal technology, Gen AI, smart resources, and other innovative solutions into the training curriculum. Innovation Team to champion and incorporate technology/AI training priorities
• Assesses and maintains Business Unit training inventory on Orrick’s learning platform
• Works collaboratively with other Business Unit Training Leads and firmwide resources to identify synergies and sector‑wide training
• Conducts regular meetings with aligned groups to assess needs

Qualifications

• Experienced attorney with 7+ years of substantive proficiency
• Strong Project Management and presentation skills
• Legal and workplace technology fluency
• Ideal candidate is an experienced Orrick or Big Law attorney

Who is Orrick?

Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest‑quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is:

• New York City, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco $140,000 - $210,000
• Washington DC, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica, Sacramento, Boston, and Seattle $130,000 - $175,000
• All Other US Locations $120,000 - $160,000

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well‑being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short‑ and long‑term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply

If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.