Training Development Manager Jobs in Annapolis, MD

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.

This position can reside in one of the following offices: Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, or Washington, DC and a hybrid 3 day in-office/2 day remote working schedule is available.

Responsibilities:

• Participates 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.

• Evaluates the effectiveness of existing training programs and resources; conducts needs assessments; researches emerging learning trends and best practices; and recommends, designs, and implements innovative learning solutions, including instructor-led, virtual, on-demand, and experiential learning programs.

• Manages relevant training calendars, including planning, coordination, CLE accreditation, publication, and communication of learning programs and related materials.

• Partners 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.

• Develops and maintains 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.

• Collaborates with the Professional Development Senior Director and PD team to support and enhance other attorney development initiatives and provides strategic input into the design, enhancement, and ongoing administration of the firm's professional development systems and learning technologies.

• Maintains relationships and collaborates with external consultants, faculty, and vendors to support the design, delivery, execution, and evaluation of professional development programs.

• Collaborates 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.

• Assists with monitoring the Professional Development budget and related program expenses.

• Performs additional responsibilities and special projects as needed/assigned, including for the broader Legal Talent Team.

• This role will oversee external partners and vendors, while also providing day-to-day guidance and direction to junior team members.

Education and Experience:

This job requires:

• A Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from 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.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting "Careers."

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For positions in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, the salary range for this job posting is: $114,200.00 - $182,750.00.

For positions in Washington DC., the salary range for this job posting is: $119,200.00 - $190,675.00.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP reasonably accommodates applicants and employees who need them to perform the essential functions of the job because of disability, religious belief, or other reason protected by applicable law. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at 888.534.5003 or talent.acquisition@morganlewis.com

If hired, your employment relationship with the firm will be on an "at-will" basis, meaning that the firm may modify the terms and conditions of your employment at any time, and that either you or the firm will be free to end the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without advance notice, although reasonable notice would be expected.