Professional Development Manager Jobs in Washington, DC

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Professional Development Manager, who will be a key member of the firm’s Global Professional Development team. Reporting to the Professional Development Senior Director, this position assists in the management of the overall planning, coordination, administration and implementation of the various Professional Development programs, functions and policies.

This position is responsible for the shared management of the administrative operations of the firm’s Professional Development Programs. It can reside in one of the following offices: Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, or Washington, DC, and has a hybrid 3 day in‑office/2 day remote working schedule.

• Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the firm’s professional development and training programs, including practice‑specific learning initiatives, professional skills development, and other strategic learning opportunities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing training programs and resources; conduct needs assessments; research emerging learning trends and best practices; and recommend, design, and implement innovative learning solutions, including instructor‑led, virtual, on‑demand, and experiential learning programs.
• Manage relevant training calendars, including planning, coordination, CLE accreditation, publication, and communication of learning programs and related materials.
• Partner with Professional Development team members, Practice Groups, and Practice Group Training Partners to develop and deliver consistent, comprehensive, and practice‑focused training curricula for associates across all offices.
• Develop and maintain subject‑matter expertise in attorney professional development, legal education, and adult learning methodologies, while identifying opportunities to enhance the firm’s training offerings and curriculum design.
• Collaborate with the Professional Development Senior Director and PD team to support and enhance other attorney development initiatives and provide strategic input into the design, enhancement, and ongoing administration of the firm’s professional development systems and learning technologies.
• Maintain relationships and collaborate with external consultants, faculty, and vendors to support the design, delivery, execution, and evaluation of professional development programs.
• Collaborate with other firm administrative departments such as Knowledge Management & AI, Continuing Legal Education (CLE), and Business Development in the development of training programs and resources.
• Assist with monitoring the Professional Development budget and related program expenses.
• Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as needed/assigned, including for the broader Legal Talent Team.
• Oversee external partners and vendors, while also providing day‑to‑day guidance and direction to junior team members.

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from a four‑year college or university; JD is a plus but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related learning and development experience in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and project management abilities.
• Strong technical proficiency with the MS Suite and learning management systems; familiarity with viLMS a plus; and a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Collaborative, consultative management style with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels.
• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented professional with sound judgment and a high degree of initiative.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to change, manage competing priorities, and navigate challenging situations effectively.
• Comfortable working in a matrixed environment and collaborating across teams.
• Ability to analyze and interpret business information, prepare professional correspondence and reports, present information effectively, and make data‑driven decisions.
• Commitment to an integrated and collaborative work culture, including an in‑office presence three days per week, as required by firm policy and business needs.

For positions in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, the salary range is $114,200.00 – $182,750.00. For positions in Washington DC, the salary range is $119,200.00 – $190,675.00. The base salary or hourly wage range will be determined during the interview process and may vary based on experience, expertise, and market factors. The total compensation package may include a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave).

If hired, the employee will be in an "at‑will" position, and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary and any other discretionary compensation at any time. Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disability, religious belief, or other protected reasons. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance laws and ordinances, the firm will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. In California, the Firm’s California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates explains how personal information is collected and used.