People Strategy Coordinator

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

Coordinator, People Strategy supporting attorney/professional development and practice management at prestigious law firm. Collaborating with various firm departments to enhance operational processes and attorney development.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeNew York City • New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support practice management and attorney/professional development for an assigned global practice group.
Assist in coordinating practice management activities, communications, staffing workflows, and operational processes.
Support the People Strategy Manager in serving as a key point of contact for Practice Leaders, Attorney Development Partners, Partners, and attorneys on People Strategy initiatives.
Coordinate cyclical talent and operational processes, including performance management, counsel and partner selection, and pipeline meetings.
Help ensure alignment with firmwide objectives.
Track alumni engagement activity and assist in coordinating secondments.
Reinforce department-specific competencies and professional development expectations.
Supports Associate Development Partners, staffing partners, and practice leaders with planning and resource allocation activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of three years of professional development or other related experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
Strong project management skills.
Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrates close attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility to travel.
Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
Generous paid time off.
Paid leave options, including parental.
In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
Robust well-being classes and programs.
Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementperformance managementstaffing workflowsoperational processesresource allocation

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsattention to detailflexibilityability to handle multiple projectsability to maintain confidentiality

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree