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Attorney Development Specialist
New York, United States
Kobre & Kim consistently seeks exceptional candidates with the talent to deliver outstanding service that anticipates client needs.
Position Details:
The Attorney Development Specialist will provide essential support to the Senior Manager of Attorney Development and the broader People Team on all aspects of attorney professional growth and development. The incumbent will focus on the coordination, administration and execution of professional development strategies, processes and programs.
This role requires a detail-oriented, proactive professional with excellent organizational and communication skills who can balance administrative responsibilities with opportunities to contribute to program design and improvement.
Supervisor:
Senior Manager of Attorney Development
Location: New York
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support attorney onboarding and career growth by administering professional development programs and acting as the initial resource for day-to-day questions attorneys encounter during their time at the firm.
- Help coordinate the non-partner attorney performance evaluation process, including technical administration of the evaluation process and assisting with the drafting, review, and editing of mid-year and year-end evaluations, as well as upward reviews, and facilitating the collection and delivery of feedback throughout the year.
- Assist with the year-end compensation and bonus process for the non-partner attorneys.
- Plan and coordinate attorney professional development events and meetings, such as the monthly attorney meetings, including helping to identify the content for the meetings.
- Participate in introductory meetings with new attorneys, coordinate follow-up meetings and help implement a more robust integration experience.
- Administer the firm’s attorney mentoring program, including coordinating pairings, communications and events.
- Support leave and absence management for attorneys by coordinating communications, ensuring smooth transitions before and after leaves and tracking return-to-work plans in partnership with the People Team.
- Provide administrative support to the Senior Manager of Attorney Development, including budget tracking, meeting coordination and preparation of reports and presentations.
- Provide administrative support to Women@K&K, Pride@K&K and other diversity groups.
- Act as the initial point of contact for attorney-related HR inquiries that come into the People inbox, triaging and directing issues to the appropriate People team member.
- Maintain internal relationships within the firm at all levels, establishing a reputation as a trusted resource for general career advice and program information.
- Partner with the larger People team on the administration, vetting and implementation of People systems, including Workday.
- Conduct any requested exit interviews.
- Coordinate with the People team on administrative aspects of the visa process for non-partner attorneys, as needed.
- Monitor market trends, competitor practices and best practices in legal talent management including compensation structures, bonuses and workplace policies such as return to office regulations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum of three years of professional development, HR or related experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to present ideas comfortably and effectively.
- Strong writing, editing, creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational, project coordination and teamwork skills.
- Ability to be a proactive self-starter with close attention to detail and an ability to understand the importance of detailed work within a larger context.
- Sound judgment to evaluate issues and recommend solutions consistent with the firm’s standards and policies.
- Work independently, as well as be a team player in a dynamic environment.
At the time of posting, the salary range for this role is US $85,000 (minimum) – $125,000 (maximum). This range is based on a full-time work schedule. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus. The successful candidate’s actual salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, training, skills and market data.
Company Description:
Kobre & Kim is a conflict-free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations, often involving fraud and misconduct. Recognized as the premier firm for cross-border disputes, the firm has a particular focus on financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement and asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations. With more than 400 employees throughout the firm’s 15 global office locations, Kobre & Kim recognizes the value of incorporating diverse perspectives and professional disciplines to generate the most effective solutions for clients.
Further information about the firm is available at
Kobre & Kim employees take pride in providing our clients around the world with service that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and clients we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.
Kobre & Kim is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, we review the publicly available information of prospective employees. By applying for a position with Kobre & Kim you acknowledge and consent to this review.
Kobre & Kim values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law.
Kobre & Kim is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Kobre & Kim is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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