Coordinator, Professional Development - Capital Markets

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP•New York, NY

6d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Professional Development Coordinator will provide support to the Capital Markets groups (Securities Distribution and SEG).

Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
Must have expertise in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other offices and staff.
Must have excellent leadership skills and be able to inspire confidence among associates and firm leaders.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and other sensitive matters is critical.
Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience required.

Provide support to the Capital Markets Professional Development Senior Manager and Senior Coordinator and groups.
Assist with rotator and lateral integration and mentoring.
Support assignment process for rising second-year associates.
Help with rotator training programs, mid-level/senior training modules and group meetings.
Assist with collection of feedback.
Provide support in connection with the performance review and talent management processes.
Track and analyze data, including assisting in creating charts and presentations presenting that data.
Manage counsel/associate vacation requests/calendars and assist with coverage process.
Review lawyer time entries.
Create weekly hours charts.
Assist with compilation and review of weekly staffing charts.
Assist with record keeping/tracking of all staffing and coverage.
Assist with lawyer get-togethers, including snack breaks, office hours and monthly group meetings.
Assist with organizing social events.
Assist Professional Development Senior Coordinator with staffing associates and counsel when Professional Development Senior Manager is out.
Assist with review of the corporate roster and photo books for the groups.
Assist with other projects for the Capital Markets groups and the Professional Development department, as requested.