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Professional Development Coordinator

Posted 2 days ago

OfficeChicago, Illinois, United States63k - 85k USD

The Professional Development Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the firm’s attorney and legal support professionals' (“staff”) onboarding, training, and career development. As the Professional Development Coordinator, you will be the primary administration representative responsible to onboard and orient new attorneys and legal support professionals. In starting their career with O’Hagan Meyer a key role of the Professional Development Coordinator is to provide the guidance and resources to each new employee to help ensure their success with O’Hagan Meyer.  

Additionally, this position is responsible for coordinating and implementing professional development programs to ensure legal professionals have access to high-quality learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to foster a culture of continuous learning.

  • Coordinate logistics for new hire onboarding, training programs, including scheduling, materials preparation, and communications.
  • Serve as a point of contact for attorneys regarding professional development resources and opportunities.
  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of professional development programs, including training sessions, and leadership development initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate records of training programs, CLE credits, and evaluations.
  • Support the mentorship and associate development programs by organizing networking events and tracking progress.
  • Conduct research on industry trends and best practices in attorney professional development.
  • Assist in the development of professional development materials and communications.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in professional development, learning & development, or a related field; experience in a law firm or legal setting is preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of CLE requirements and attorney development best practices is a plus.

Salary range: $63,000 - $85,000

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability 
  • Training & Development
  • Free Food & Snacks in Office
  • Wellness Resources
  • Commuter Benefits
Job details
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Office
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Salary
63k - 85k USD
per year
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While corporate, nonprofit, association and individual clients hire O’Hagan Meyer attorneys because of our broad and deep expertise, stellar reputation and outstanding track record in the courtroom, they rehire us primarily because of one key attribute: We tell it like it is. When a case or matter comes to us, we examine it thoroughly but quickly and if we and our client believe we should litigate, we’ll roll up our sleeves and fight to win.

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