Professional Development Coordinator

Milbank LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Milbank LLP in New York is looking for a Professional Development Coordinator to support CLE programming and various training initiatives for lawyers. The role involves organizing training events, accrediting courses, and liaising with vendors.

Ideal candidates will possess strong computer skills and prior NY and CA CLE experience, along with excellent organizational and communication skills. The anticipated salary range is between $65,000 and $75,000.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of ViLMS tracking system is a plus.
• NY and CA CLE experience strongly preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting planning and execution of CLE programming and training.
• Maintaining CLE course files in the tracking system.
• Coordinating transactional rotation and practice group training programs.
• Processing CLE credit for internal and client programs.
• Planning logistics of the Deals@Milbank drafting workshop.

Skills

Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

NY and CA CLE experience

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to take initiative

Tools

ViLMS tracking system

Job description

The Professional Development Coordinator is a key member of the PD team. The position supports Milbank’s cutting‑edge associate development initiatives, notably Deals@Milbank, and other learning initiatives for lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all aspects of the planning and execution of the firm’s continuing legal education (CLE) programming, transactional rotation program programming, and the firm’s Deals@Milbank training.
• Accrediting NY and CA CLE courses, maintaining CLE course files in the firm’s tracking system, viLMS.
• Coordinating all aspects of transactional rotational and practice group training programs, including drafting invitations, attendance tracking, CLE accreditation, distributing materials, booking conference rooms, and arranging technical needs and catering.
• Processing CLE credit for internal and client programs in our CLE tracking system.
• Contributing to the Professional Development Monthly Update (department newsletter).
• Planning logistics of the Deals@Milbank drafting workshop, including hotel accommodation and social events, which involves liaising with internal departments and outside vendors.
• Attending meetings such as associate focus groups; compiling, and analyzing feedback, and recommending improvements as needed.
• Maintaining accuracy and organization of online program files.
• Assisting with other major firm training programs i.e. planning summer associate training, New Associate Orientation or Milbank@Harvard, including traveling occasionally to Cambridge, MA to assist with the Milbank@Harvard program.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range offered for this role will be between $65,000 and $75,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation. Actual base compensation will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees, and location, as well as the needs of the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); knowledge of ViLMS tracking system is a major plus.
• NY and CA CLE experience strongly preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with attorneys and vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and juggle multiple priorities.
• Utilizes technology, including AI, effectively and responsibly to increase efficiency.
• Positive, flexible attitude.
• Flexible and available for overtime as needed.