Professional Development Coordinator, Dallas, TX (On-site) Temporary
The Professional Development Coordinator will join a global law firm in a role that focuses on attorney learning and development, primarily supporting the three offices. Based in Dallas, the role involves coordinating training programs, providing administrative support, and collaborating with the Director of Professional Development and team members across locations.
We seek a proactive individual who can handle multiple tasks, work well under direction, and thrive in a dynamic, multi-location setting. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team dedicated to professional growth and impactful development initiatives.
This is a long-term temporary contract.
Responsibilities
- Reports to the Director of Professional Development and supports a team of varying levels.
- Coordinate professional development and training programs for attorneys firmwide.
- Support logistical and administrative tasks related to training programs, including scheduling, preparing materials, and tracking attendance.
- Assist in managing professional development initiatives across the Texas, California, and DC offices.
- Collaborate with team members across different locations to ensure a consistent and high-quality delivery of services.
- Maintains and updates training calendars, tracking tools, and program materials.
- Support ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the professional development function.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of training programs and processes
- Provide general administrative support to the professional development team as needed
Ideal Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree with previous experience in a large law firm.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer.
- Experience coordinating lawyer training and/or professional development programs.
- Project management and/or program design experience.
- Familiarity with MCLE (Minimum Continuing Legal Education) rules and procedures.
- Proficiency with software applications and design tools for creating visuals such as graphs and charts, or the willingness and ability to learn.