Attorney Development Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm. The firm has been ranked in the top three on The American Lawyer's prestigious A-List for eight consecutive years and #1 on Law.com's UK A-List twice in the past three years - rankings that honor the "best of the best" law firms.The firm has approximately 2,500 lawyers and professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology, and government in Boston, Chicago, Dublin, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Milan, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Tokyo and Washington, D.C.The firm has consistently been recognized for its leading practices in many areas, including asset management, private equity, M&A, finance, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Attorney Development Manager ("ADM") is responsible for the development of attorneys, including overseeing a broad range of attorney development and practice group initiatives, engaging practice group leaders and attorney development partners ("ADPs") in developing the firm's attorneys to their highest potential, collaborating with fellow ADMs to staff associates and manage their workloads, overseeing a robust performance review and management process, participating in strategic workforce planning, and partnering with other attorney talent teams, as well as supporting certain practice and specialty group administrative needs. 

The manager collaborates with the practice and specialty group leaders, ADPs, the Senior ADM, and other attorney development managers to ensure that attorney developmental needs are addressed. The manager coordinates associate work assignments by addressing specific growth opportunities for attorneys, as well as through fast and appropriate coverage for all staffing needs. The manager also analyzes associate metrics, including availability and utilization information, facilitates feedback conversations between partners and associates, and periodic practice and specialty group meetings during which attorney development issues are discussed. The position works closely with department and practice group leadership, relevant training committees, attorney support and professional development teams to provide appropriate assignments, training, and feedback such that the foundation of guidance and graduated assignments support the growth and development of each associate.

Support of the departments and practice groups includes assisting the practice and specialty group leaders ADPs with a variety of planning, resource allocation and project needs.

This is a broad and exciting role which has several inter-related components: strategic leadership; oversight of key components of the attorney development model; and management of certain attorney development initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• J.D. and at least 4 to 6 years practice experience (corporate or litigation), preferably practicing  at a law firm similar in size to Ropes & Gray, or at least 5 years of experience working in Human Resources at a similar professional services organization is strongly preferred.  A minimum of 2 years prior experience in staffing, professional development, or practice support is also strongly preferred.
• Established proficiency in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Knowledge of electronic databases such as viDesktop is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to command the respect of the attorneys.
• Sound judgment and ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to assimilate information quickly to grasp larger concepts as well as details.
• Energetic and proactive orientation; be driven to and energized by accomplishment with minimal oversight.
• Ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities; and ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple, detailed tasks.
• Ability to anticipate problems and issues and exercise independent judgment in seeking a resolution.

Ropes & Gray is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our business support team members. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.

Boston: $150,100 - $240,150

New York: $161,000-$257,600

This position requires hybrid on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Consistent and predictable on-site presence is required for ongoing business continuity, professional development and effective collaboration with colleagues and management.