Professional Development Coordinator

O'Hagan Meyer; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a Professional Development Coordinator to enhance the onboarding and training of legal professionals. This role involves coordinating development programs, managing logistics, and ensuring new hires receive the resources needed for success. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and experience in professional development, particularly within legal settings.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Free Food & Snacks in Office

Wellness Resources

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in professional development or related field.
• Experience in a law firm or legal setting preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for new hire onboarding and training programs.
• Serve as a point of contact for professional development resources.
• Assist in planning and executing professional development programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

$63,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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Human Resources Management & Organizational Development Leader

The Professional Development Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the firm’s attorney and legal support professionals' (“staff”) onboarding, training, and career development. As the Professional Development Coordinator, you will be the primary administration representative responsible to onboard and orient new attorneys and legal support professionals. In starting their career with O’Hagan Meyer a key role of the Professional Development Coordinator is to provide the guidance and resources to each new employee to help ensure their success with O’Hagan Meyer.

Additionally, this position is responsible for coordinating and implementing professional development programs to ensure legal professionals have access to high-quality learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous learning.

• Coordinate logistics for new hire onboarding, training programs, including scheduling, materials preparation, and communications.
• Serve as a point of contact for attorneys regarding professional development resources and opportunities.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of professional development programs, including training sessions, and leadership development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of training programs, CLE credits, and evaluations.
• Support the mentorship and associate development programs by organizing networking events and tracking progress.
• Conduct research on industry trends and best practices in attorney professional development.
• Assist in the development of professional development materials and communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in professional development, learning & development, or a related field; experience in a law firm or legal setting is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of CLE requirements and attorney development best practices is a plus.

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks in Office
• Wellness Resources

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Training, Human Resources, and Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice, Professional Services, and Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Child care support

Disability insurance

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