Performance & Advancement Specialist

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in New York is seeking a highly organized professional to support the Firm's Performance & Advancement team, coordinating performance management and advancement processes for attorneys and consultants.

The role reports to the Director of Performance Management and focuses on administering perf management systems, data accuracy, reporting, meeting coordination, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive initiatives and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; concentration in HR, business administration, communications, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years supporting performance management, professional development, or related talent functions.
• Experience in law firms or professional services is strongly preferred.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong client service orientation and ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro; viEval/Workday a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer the firm's performance management system and related processes, forms, and data.
• Coordinate performance review and advancement timelines, tracking deadlines and follow-ups.
• Draft and distribute communications and documentation for performance management activities.
• Maintain records, process documentation, trackers, and confidential files; ensure accuracy.
• Partner with Accounting to import review-related data and resolve issues.
• Prepare reports and presentations by researching and organizing historical data.
• Conduct routine data audits to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Engagement, HR, Training, and other teams on performance initiatives.
• Coordinate meetings and logistics for review-related activities and committees.
• Support sourcing of professional development data and assist with special projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Concentration in HR/Business/Communications

Tools

viEval

Workday

Job description

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in New York is seeking a highly organized professional to support the Firm's Performance & Advancement team, coordinating performance management and advancement processes for attorneys and consultants.

The role reports to the Director of Performance Management and focuses on administering perf management systems, data accuracy, reporting, meeting coordination, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive initiatives and improve processes.