Skadden

Skadden

Coordinator, People Strategy

Washington D.C

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$85kDetected 30 days ago
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentForecastingExcelRecruitingPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsEmployment LawLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • We are seeking a Coordinator, People Strategy to join our Firm in our Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis.
  • The Coordinator will assist in coordinating practice management activities, communications, staffing workflows, and operational processes, while helping to foster a collaborative and supportive environment for attorneys.

Responsibilities

  • In this role, the Coordinator will support practice management and attorney/professional development for an assigned global practice group.
  • Partners with the centralized Knowledge Management team to organize and maintain practice area resources.
  • Liaises with Business Development and Marketing teams to support alignment between departmental goals, pipeline priorities, and broader firm strategies.
  • Coordinates with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to support implementation of practice-specific goals, including talent acquisition strategies, training and development needs, and operational improvements.
  • Provides day-to-day developmental support and guidance to attorneys, escalating issues to the People Strategy Manager as appropriate.
  • Identifies gaps in associate and counsel experience or development and coordinate with COEs on training resources and targeted support.
  • Assists in identifying and coordinating resources to support partners and promote effective staffing.

Requirements

  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work
  • Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of three years of professional development or other related experience in a law firm or professional services environment
  • Demonstrates interest in professional development and leadership
  • Strong project management skills
  • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
  • Demonstrates close attention to detail
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
  • Flexibility to travel
  • Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
  • Education and Experience

Nice to have

  • Assists with practice group communications and help ensure alignment with firmwide objectives.
  • Tracks alumni engagement activity and assist in coordinating secondments.
  • Helps identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations.
  • Coordinates the associate and counsel evaluation processes, helping to ensure timely feedback and follow-up on development actions.
  • Helps ensure feedback is communicated clearly and understood by attorneys.
  • Reinforces department-specific competencies and professional development expectations.
  • Assists with the integration of new attorneys into the department and help foster a strong sense of community and engagement.
  • Prepares regular updates and materials for practice leadership related to utilization, upcoming events, employee relations matters, and process improvements.

Compensation

  • The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details.
  • Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.
  • Salary Details

Benefits

  • We offer generous benefits to help you
  • achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
  • Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Paid leave options, including parental.
  • For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits
  • In accordance with the Transparency in Coverage Rule,
  • In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Applicants who require an accommodation during the

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