Professional Development Manager

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Professional Development Manager supporting training programs at a leading global law firm. Involves development, implementation, and evaluation of professional development initiatives.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeBoston • District of Columbia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $114,200 - $182,750 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits
401(k) eligibility
Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

learning and developmentcurriculum designneeds assessmentsadult learning methodologiesproject managementanalytical skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillscommunication skillstraining program evaluation

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationconsultative managementself-motivatedresults-orientedtrust buildingadaptabilityinitiativeinterpersonal skillsability to manage competing priorities

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeJD (Jurist Doctor)