Talent Development Director - Attorney Development & Law Firm Exp.

Talent Search PRO

$200K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in attorney development or talent strategy in a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Strong background in performance management and attorney development initiatives.
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects within a complex legal setting.
  • Proficient in stakeholder management and effective communication skills.
  • Familiarity with learning management systems and training programs.
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees (JD, MBA) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Advise leadership on attorney development and career progression strategies.
  • Design and oversee comprehensive attorney development programs.
  • Lead and manage performance feedback and promotion processes for attorneys.
  • Collaborate with HR and practice leaders to align talent initiatives with business goals.
  • Create and implement leadership and partner readiness programs.
  • Analyze data related to retention and engagement to enhance attorney experience.
  • Manage professional development team and learning analytics.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid parental leave for employees.
  • Access to wellness incentives and mental health resources.
  • Chance to collaborate with top legal professionals in the industry.
  • Pathways for long-term career advancement in a stable law firm setting.
Full Job Description
As the Director of Attorney Talent Development, you will serve as a strategic advisor to firm leadership, creating and leading attorney development programs across onboarding, training, mentoring, performance management, and leadership growth initiatives.
What You'll Do
  • Advise firm leadership on attorney development, talent strategy, and career progression initiatives
  • Design and manage attorney development programs including onboarding, mentoring, leadership development, and succession planning
  • Lead performance management, feedback, and promotion processes for attorneys
  • Partner with HR, recruiting, and practice leaders to align talent initiatives with business objectives
  • Develop leadership and partner readiness programs
  • Analyze retention data, exit feedback, and engagement trends to improve attorney experience
  • Manage learning systems, training programs, and development analytics
  • Lead and develop professional development team members
What You Bring
  • 5+ years of experience in attorney development, talent strategy, or professional development within a law firm or professional services environment
  • Strong experience supporting attorney/partner development initiatives
  • Background in performance management, leadership development, and talent programs
  • Experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience with learning management systems, CLE platforms, and training programs
  • Bachelor's degree required; JD, MBA, or master's degree preferred
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: $200,000/year
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness incentives and mental health resources
  • Opportunity to work with nationally recognized legal professionals
  • Long-term career growth within a stable law firm environment

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