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Professional Development Manager
£65K - £120K (Dependant on experience)
Full time - Permanent - Hybrid working
City of London

Is this the role for you:
Are you seeking an engaging and fulfilling opportunity as a Professional Development Manager within a prestigious international law firm? If so, we have an excellent permanent Full time position available in the London office.

What you will do:

• Develop and coordinate legal and professional development training for London partners, counsel, associates, and trainees.
• Oversee the trainee seat rotation and qualification process, providing effective coaching and support for our trainee cohort.
• Coordinate the lawyering orientation process for new trainees, associates, and counsel in collaboration with human resources staff.
• Manage the evaluation process for London trainees, associates, and counsel, including supervising the collection of evaluations, participating in associate performance discussions, and drafting career development messages.
• Coordinate associate reviews in the firm's Asian and European offices and support the formal advising program for associates.
• Contribute to the firm's Associate Liaison Committee and Diversity & Inclusion Committee, monitoring trends and making recommendations for strengthening professional development and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Work closely with the New York-based Professional Development team on global projects and initiatives.

Skills, experience & qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the professional development field.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement programs and initiatives.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you are a proactive and highly organised individual with a passion for professional development and fostering a supportive work environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step towards joining our dynamic team in London.