Performance Systems & Advancement Specialist

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Job summary

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP is seeking an organized professional to support the Performance & Advancement team. This role aids with performance management systems, reporting, and meeting coordination, partnering with multiple departments to drive advancement objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in performance management or HR support, preferably in a law firm or professional services setting, with strong discretion and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; concentration in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years supporting performance management, professional development, or HR-related functions, ideally in professional services.
• Experience in law firms or similar environments strongly preferred.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the firm’s performance management system (viEval) and related forms, data and access.
• Coordinate performance review timelines, track activities, and ensure timely completion.
• Draft communications and materials for performance management and advancement.
• Maintain records, documentation, trackers, and confidential files across review cycles.
• Collaborate with Accounting to import data and resolve data issues.
• Analyze historical data to prepare reports and presentations.
• Conduct routine data audits for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify process improvements and support template/form/resource updates.
• Coordinate meetings and logistics for performance management and advancement activities.
• Support multiple teams including Engagement, Training, HR, and Accounting.

Skills

Performance management

Data analysis

Project coordination

Communications

Microsoft Office

viEval

Workday

Professional services experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

viEval

Workday

SharePoint

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP is seeking an organized professional to support the Performance & Advancement team. This role aids with performance management systems, reporting, and meeting coordination, partnering with multiple departments to drive advancement objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in performance management or HR support, preferably in a law firm or professional services setting, with strong discretion and communication skills.