Manager, Professional Skills Training
New York City Hybrid (3 days in)
Comp: $150,000 – $180,000 base
Oakleaf Partnership is proud to be partnering with a prestigious global law firm, renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional excellence. Our client is seeking a Manager, Professional Skills Training (US) to join their dynamic Learning & Development team in New York.
This is a rare opportunity to shape and deliver cutting-edge training initiatives that will directly enhance the professional capabilities of legal and business services professionals across the US offices.
The Role
As the Manager of Professional Skills Training, you will collaborate closely with leadership to design, deliver, and assess impactful learning programs focused on client service, communication, leadership, time management, and more. This role is central to embedding a culture of excellence and continuous development across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and facilitate engaging workshops, seminars, and e-learning experiences for employees at all levels
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Partner with business and legal leadership to ensure alignment of training with strategic firm objectives
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Oversee relationships with external training consultants to ensure content quality and innovation
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Lead the evaluation and feedback process for all professional development programs
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Support mentoring, onboarding, and talent development initiatives, including development centers and new lawyer orientation
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Collaborate with the Global L&D team, HR, and Wellbeing functions to ensure an integrated approach to learning
Requirements:
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5+ years of experience in L&D, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
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Proven success in training delivery and curriculum development
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Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels
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Tech-savvy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, WebEx, and ideally e-learning tools (e.g., Poll Everywhere, Microsoft Forms)
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A self-starter with a passion for helping others grow and succeed
Why Join This Firm?
Our client fosters a culture that celebrates initiative, collaboration, and excellence. You’ll join a forward-thinking Learning & Development team where your work will directly influence the growth and success of high-performing professionals. In return, they offer:
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Competitive base salary ($150,000-$180,000)
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Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, generous PTO, and more)
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Hybrid work environment
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Career progression and professional development opportunities
If you’re passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences and want to make a lasting impact in a global legal environment, we’d love to hear from you.
