Attorney Development Program Manager

Munger, Tolles & Olson Llp • Los Angeles, CA

380d • $129,900 - $185,000

About The Position

The Attorney Development Program Manager at Munger, Tolles & Olson is responsible for coordinating and implementing the firm's attorney development objectives and programs. This role involves managing critical attorney development and retention programs, serving as a trusted resource for associates, partners, and firm management, and working closely with various committees to enhance attorney training and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 5+ years of experience as an attorney development professional preferred; law firm experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients.
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves.
• Must have ability to work with minimal supervision on many projects and initiatives.
• Ability to effectively communicate with attorneys and business services at all levels.
• Ability to use independent judgment, problem solve, take initiative and follow through.
• Expert ability to build strong relationships and operate as a trusted advisor.

Nice To Haves

• Strong data and analytics knowledge and ability to review metrics and measure value.
• Ability to be available to work extended hours, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in firm-wide projects and initiatives focused on attorney training and development.
• Manage the attorney matter assignment process and report on cross-office capacity and workloads.
• Track attorney workloads to ensure equitable distribution of assignments aligned with client needs and individual professional development goals.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with assigned firm attorneys to provide support throughout all attorney life cycle stages.
• Develop agendas for the Development and Retention Committee and ensure major initiatives are tracked and moving forward.
• Plan onboarding discussions and ensure new lawyers are included in flagship trainings.
• Circulate monthly new associate surveys and report findings to the team.
• Assess staffing needs for incoming associates and report status to the First Year Committee.
• Respond to inbound requests for staffing support and track work declinations.
• Utilize financial dashboards for staffing and productivity purposes.
• Manage updates for all associates regarding leaves of absence and reduced hours.
• Implement support steps for the Associate Review Committee, including managing timelines and historical files.
• Collaborate with various department leaders to develop strategies for recruiting and retention of attorneys.
• Analyze professional development information and make recommendations for strategies and programs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $129,900 - $185,000 annually.
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite).
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree