Manager of Attorney Development and Engagement

TBG | The Bachrach Group; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 230 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Bachrach Group is seeking a Manager of Attorney Development & Engagement to drive culture, engagement and DEI initiatives within a top AMLAW 100 firm. You will lead workforce data analysis, design targeted development plans, and partner with Talent Leads to enhance associate performance and belonging.

Responsibilities include collaborating with Learning & Development, managing external partnerships, and guiding evaluation cycles to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years leading attorney development programs in a law firm or similar setting.
• Experience analyzing workforce data and translating insights into program improvements.

Responsabilités

• Lead workforce data analysis to identify utilization trends and engagement indicators.
• Co-develop and implement tailored engagement and performance plans for associates.
• Advise on onboarding, mentoring, performance evaluations, and work allocation.

Connaissances

Advanced communication

Leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Change management

Diversity & inclusion

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

JD or MBA preferred

Outils

Excel

PowerPoint

ViGlobal

Oracle

Description du poste

Our client, an AMLAW 100 firm is seeking a Manager of Attorney Development & Engagement to join their team!

This opportunity is really focused on Culture and Engagement and DEI.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary

• Lead Workforce Data Analysis: Review associate workforce metrics to identify utilization trends, performance patterns, and engagement indicators; translate insights into actionable recommendations to support improvements in utilization, performance, and engagements outcomes.
• Engagement & Performance Coaching: Partner with Talent Leads and Attorney Development professionals to design and implement tailored action plans for underutilized or disengaged associates, fostering performance improvement and belonging.
• Lead and Advise on Talent Development Practices: Advise on onboarding, mentoring, performance evaluations, and work allocation programs and processes to ensure they are inclusive and aligned with associate performance objectives.
• Lead Attorney Resource Group Engagement: Lead programming for attorney resource groups to promote cross-practice group and office connectivity, professional development, and inclusive networking opportunities.
• Facilitate External Development Partnerships: Manage and leverage relationships with external organizations (e.g., bar associations, professional networks) to create mentoring, upskilling, and visibility opportunities for associates.
• Support External Reporting & Recognition: Coordinate and support RFPs and diversity surveys, ensuring accurate representation of the firm’s inclusive practices and progress.
• Support Attorney Development Processes: Manage and support key components of evaluation cycles by gathering and reviewing feedback, scheduling review meetings, analyzing results, and recommending action plans based on identified trends.
• Collaborate on Learning & Development: Work closely with the Learning & Development team on firmwide training programs and lead or manage assigned initiatives and special projects.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required. JD or Master’s Degree in business administration, leadership or organizational development preferred.

Experience:

• 8 – 10 years of experience leading and delivering programs and practices related to attorney development efforts in a law firm or similar professional services environment required.
• Demonstrated experience managing key components of talent or development programs, including performance processes, coaching initiatives, or engagement activities.
• Experience analyzing workforce data and translating insights into actionable improvements to support talent development outcomes.

Special Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of recruiting, professional development, culture and engagement, business development, and organizational development preferred.
• Demonstrated success in developing strategy and process improvements.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of talent systems such as ViGlobal and Oracle a plus.
• Ability to leverage reporting and data tools to support program management, monitoring, and decision-making.

Attributes:

• Exceptional communication and organizational skills; ability to work with a team of highly-skilled professionals in situations that require diplomacy and confidentiality; detail-oriented; financial and statistical reporting skills; strong relationship building, people, organizational and project management skills.
• Deep knowledge of change management and strategies for creating alignment with a diverse set of employees.
• Outstanding creative thinking skills and the ability to offer new ideas and approaches.
• Innovative thinker; creative problem solver; excellent interpersonal, team, and verbal and written communications skills; works effectively and collaboratively at all levels.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects at once, realign priorities as needed, and drive projects to successful completion.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to leverage data for decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commands the respect of partners, associates and business support colleagues.
• Responds quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities.
• Ability to anticipate problems and independently propose solutions while maintaining highly confidential and sensitive information.

Qualifications:

• Ability to manage people and maintain a good rapport with various personnel at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously and determining priorities based on what is most important to the Firm’s success.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, and to delegate and manage resources effectively.
• Ability and availability to travel in order to effectively implement the firm’s strategy and initiatives.
• Sound judgment and ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple, detailed tasks.