Litigation Development & Mentoring Coordinator

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Professional Development Coordinator – Litigation to support the development of junior and specialty associates across the Litigation practice.

The role coordinates staffing, onboarding, mentoring, and engagement programs within the Legal Talent Team and NSRP, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least three days in the office and potential travel between NY and DC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3-4 years of comparable experience in a law firm preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication; ability to build professional relationships while maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint; comfortable with web-based databases/software, e.g., viDesktop.

Responsibilities

• Staffing: maintain staffing database and charts; assist with staffing recommendations.
• Onboarding: schedule staffing/welcome meetings and update lists.
• Managing Absence Time: track absence time and manage vacation calendars and coverage.
• Facilitating Associate Life/Engagement: regular check-ins to understand goals and wellness.
• Mentoring/Advisor Program: pair associates with mentors and plan events; support NSRP staffing.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Self-direction

Organization / time management

Teamwork / collaboration

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

viDesktop

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

viDesktop

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Professional Development Coordinator – Litigation to support the development of junior and specialty associates across the Litigation practice.

The role coordinates staffing, onboarding, mentoring, and engagement programs within the Legal Talent Team and NSRP, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least three days in the office and potential travel between NY and DC.