Director of Professional Development - M&A (Global Law Firm) - Kay Search Group : Job Details

Director of Professional Development - M&A (Global Law Firm)

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Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Sign-on bonus

Position: Director of Professional Development - M&A (Global Law Firm)

Company: Global Law Firm with Headquarters in NY

Location: NYC (hybrid)

Comp Package: Base Salary to $250K, Potential Sign-On Bonus, Year-End Bonus, Full Benefits, 401K+, etc.

Summary for Director of Professional Development (Corporate M&A): This person will act as a strategic partner to the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) leadership team within the Corporate Department. In this capacity, the Associate Director oversees a comprehensive range of functions focusing on four key areas: staffing optimization, attorney career progression, performance management and policy implementation and management.

Responsibilities for Director of Professional Development (Corporate M&A):

• Leverage data-driven insights to maximize staffing efficiency, enhance utilization and align skills with business needs
• Proactively engage with M&A Heads and practice group leaders to identify emerging challenges, develop innovative strategies, and implement solutions that drive organizational success
• Execute the annual evaluation cycle to ensure alignment with firm objectives, ensuring integration of robust feedback and linking outcomes to targeted professional development initiatives
• Provide strategic guidance to attorneys on work allocation, career progression and professional challenges, positioning the firm as an employer of choice in the M&A sector
• Implement a data-driven approach to monitor and enhance attorney morale, preemptively address skill gaps, and foster an environment of continuous improvement
• Create a comprehensive integration program for lateral hires, ensuring rapid acclimatization and maximizing long-term retention and productivity
• Conduct in-depth departure analyses and implement targeted retention strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the talent market
• Foster partnerships across Professional Development & Training, Career Development, Recruiting and Finance to align talent management with broader organizational goals
• Lead the M&A Legal Personnel team with strategic staffing of projects, promote professional growth and development

Qualifications for Director of Professional Development (Corporate M&A):

• Undergraduate degree and J.D. required and 7-10 years of professional service experience, with 3-5 years minimum experience in a law firm
• Preference for experience in talent management in a law firm
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and self-directed
• Thrives in fast-paced environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice

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