Learning & Development Manager

Hogan Lovells•Washington DC, DC

1d•$141,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

HL Lead & Learn provides professional development programming for the firm’s attorneys and business services personnel. Based in the Washington office, the Learning & Development Manager will be responsible for developing and delivering innovative learning programs for lawyers across the Americas region. This role will focus on creating high-impact curricula, applying adult learning principles, and ensuring programs are engaging, relevant, and aligned with firm priorities. This role will involve assessing developmental needs, designing and facilitating sessions, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of programs. This role requires a minimum of four days working in the office per week.

Requirements

Seven (7)+ years of relevant professional development experience
Experience with project management required, with a proven track record of delivering projects in a complex environment is essential, together with an ability to deal sensitively, proactively and effectively with a range of stakeholders
Experience working independently, as well as within cross-functional teams, in a collaborative, professional environment
Proven track record of increased responsibility over time for program design, development and implementation.
Facilitating and public-speaking experience
Strong writing and editing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Enthusiasm and desire to pursue a career in learning and development
Ability to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Ability to travel to other offices within the Americas, Europe, and Asia

Nice To Haves

Five (5)+ years of experience supervising or managing others in professional development preferred
Master’s degree in related field or JD highly desirable

Responsibilities

Program Design & Development In collaboration with other members of the Learning & Development team, lead the design and development of attorney learning programs, including core curriculum, workshops, and practice-specific initiatives.
Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to create engaging, competency-based content.
Develop blended learning solutions that integrate in-person, virtual, and e-learning components.
Create session plans and briefing documents to support program faculty.
Produce engaging and clear communications to effectively promote programs and initiatives.
Research and offer suggestions for new vendors and internal subject matter experts.
Program Delivery Participate in delivery and facilitation of high-impact learning sessions and ensure seamless delivery across multiple formats.
Oversee end-to-end program execution, including scheduling and logistics, technology integration, and participant engagement.
Needs Assessment & Evaluation Conduct lawyer learning needs analyses in collaboration with stakeholders.
Use data and feedback to continuously improve offerings.
Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with practice leaders, subject matter experts, senior attorneys, and attorney talent team to tailor content for different career stages.
Build strong relationships across the Americas region to ensure alignment with firm priorities.
Work on cross-functional initiatives, such as firmwide mentoring.
Technology & Innovation Leverage the firm’s learning management system and digital tools to scale learning and enhance accessibility.
Stay informed on emerging trends in legal professional development and integrate innovative approaches.
Team Leadership Manage and mentor Learning and Development Coordinators, including regular one-on-one meetings.

Benefits

Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.
In addition, full time employees as well as some part time employees, will be eligible for the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exist.

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