Professional Development Coordinator - Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP : Job Details

Position Summary

The Professional Development Coordinator will provide support to the Restructuring group.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide support to the Restructuring Professional Development Manager and group.
• Assist with rotator and lateral integration.
• Support rotator/lateral mentoring.
• Aid with partner/rotator interaction.
• Help with rotator training programs and group meetings. Assist with Feedback Program.
• Organize and maintain partner group meetings for the discussion of reviews and provide additional support in connection with the review and talent management processes.
• Track data.
• Manage counsel/associate vacation requests/calendars and assist with coverage process.
• Review lawyer time entries.
• Create weekly hours charts.
• Assist with review of weekly staffing charts.
• Assist with weekly lawyer get-togethers and office hours.
• Assist with organizing social events for the groups.
• Assist with staffing associates and counsel when Professional Development Manager is out.
• Assist with other projects for the Professional Development department as requested.

Qualifications/Position Requirements

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Must have expertise in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other offices and staff.
• Must have excellent leadership skills and be able to inspire confidence among associates and firm leaders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and other sensitive matters is critical.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree required.

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 - $80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.