Professional Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department and practice group leaders to identify and address attorney development needs
• Design and implement department training curricula and experience benchmarks
• Provide coaching and advising for associates on career development and success strategies
• Oversee designated department mentoring programs and facilitate mentor-mentee pairings
• Manage attorney feedback and review processes, including mid-year and annual reviews
• Track attorney strengths and skill gaps to drive professional development planning
• Collaborate with Business Development, Legal Recruiting, and DE&I teams on engagement initiatives
• Monitor external trends in attorney career paths, staffing, and training

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional development or training experience within the legal industry or professional services
• BA/BS degree required
• Excellent interpersonal, team, and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects
• Willingness to work outside standard business hours as needed
• Ability to travel to other office locations

Preferred Qualifications

• JD degree
• MS in Education, Organizational Development, or a related field

About the Company

Founded in 1943, Foley Hoag is an international law firm that focuses on innovative industries and high-stakes litigation, with offices in Boston, Washington DC, New York, Denver, and Paris.