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How much do professional development trainer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional development trainer in Florida is $60,248.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,800.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional development trainer?

To thrive as a Professional Development Trainer, you need a solid background in instructional design, adult learning theories, and experience delivering training, usually supported by a degree in education, human resources, or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), virtual meeting platforms, and industry-recognized certifications such as CPLP (Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) is often valuable. Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills help trainers engage diverse audiences and adapt material to various learning styles. These abilities are crucial to create impactful training programs that foster employee growth and organizational success.

What is a professional development trainer?

A Professional Development Trainer is responsible for designing and delivering training programs to improve employees' skills, knowledge, and performance. They assess organizational needs, develop relevant content, and use various teaching methods to engage learners. Their goal is to enhance professional growth, increase efficiency, and align employee development with company objectives.

What are the typical responsibilities of a professional development trainer?

A Professional Development Trainer is typically responsible for designing, organizing, and facilitating employee workshops, seminars, and e-learning sessions to help staff improve skills and stay current with industry standards. On any given day, trainers may collaborate with department heads to identify training needs, develop educational materials, and evaluate the effectiveness of delivered programs through assessments and feedback. They also frequently update training content, track participation, and coach individuals or small groups to address specific learning objectives. This role involves ongoing communication with both learners and leadership to ensure that training initiatives align with organizational goals.

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Infographic showing various Professional Development Trainer job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,248 per year, or $29 per hour.

Professional Development Manager - Transactions Legal Practice

Mwe

Miami, FL

$131K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.

At McDermott, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.

With us, you'll find:

  • A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity - we encourage you to be yourself!

  • Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.

  • Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.

  • Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.

Job Description:

The Manager of Professional Development develops, coordinates and facilitates transactional practice group training, curricula, in-person practice excellence workshops and program content. This position combines transactional law expertise with the ability to design, deliver and evaluate training programs tailored to the development needs of associates at all levels in all transactional affinity groups. The Manager of Professional Development works closely with the professional development team and practice and affinity group leaders to assess substantive learning needs, design training strategy and ensure that programming is aligned with the firm's goals and evolving market and legal trends.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with affinity group leaders, practice group directors, partners in charge of training and development partners to identify associate training needs aligned to competencies and practice priorities
  • Design and oversee implementation of transactional training curricula, including specialized curricula by level, practice and function, incorporating digital and in-person experiential learning opportunities
  • Continuously evaluate and update training competencies and curricula to ensure they remain relevant, practical and innovative
  • Design transactional matter simulations so associates can increase experience, reps and judgment
  • Distill associate performance review feedback into action
  • Design and lead needs assessment and training impact focus groups and surveys; analyze results and use information to inform training priorities
  • Leverage technology platforms and learning analytics to deliver and assess training innovation and impact
  • Support new and lateral onboarding and integration of transactional attorneys
  • Manage and train direct report(s) and other junior professional development team members
  • Participate in learning and development organizations and conferences to stay abreast of new learning tools and evolving trends

Job Specifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Juris Doctorate (JD)
  • Team player with experience working in virtual teams
  • Experience practicing law in a corporate transactions practice area
  • Ability to travel for work
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
  • Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
  • Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to be effective in both a group and one-on-one setting

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Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.


Target Hiring Range $131,000 - $194,000


Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear

  • Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.