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Professional Opportunities
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Director of Marketing & Business Development - Georgetown Law Center CLE
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The Director of Marketing and Business Development oversees all marketing efforts of the Department of Academic Conferences and Continuing Legal Education (ACCLE). Annually ACCLE administers approximately 15-20 continuing legal education conferences, 15-20 academic conferences, and 1 publication. This position is responsible for the strategic marketing plan development for the department. The position manages all aspects of promotion, production of direct mail pieces and research and analysis of marketing campaigns. This includes the design of promotional pieces, writing compelling benefits copy and using appropriate layout, color & print. This position is responsible for managing and updating the in-house marketing database. The Director of Marketing and Business Development administers the Exhibitor/Sponsor program and in-house training initiatives. This position also manages the department's web site and social media strategies. Required qualities: strong project management skills, writing skills, attention to detail, business acumen, team player, creative, familiarity with Access. Degree in marketing or related field desired, at least 3 years experience. Experience in seminar or conference marketing a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jcc47@law.georgetown.edu by Friday, July 30, 2010.
(Posted 7/19/2010)
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Career Guidance Manager - Ropes & Gray LLP
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Job Title: Career Guidance Manager
Firm Name and Location: Ropes & Gray, New York, NY
The Career Guidance Manager provides confidential career development, advancement counseling and coaching to associates firm-wide. The CGM serves as a resource for all associate issues affecting their experience at Ropes & Gray. In this role, the CGM must strike a balance between supporting the needs of the associates and the needs of the firm.
In addition, the CGM is an integral part of the attorney support structure, providing critical administrative support for all lawyers. Working in a fast paced environment, the CGM needs to be a highly skilled project manager with the ability to manage projects of varying complexity. The CGM must be able to work across functional areas, analyze data and draft and review documents. The CGM is expected to anticipate challenges, propose ideas and solve problems in a proactive manner. Over time, the CGM is expected to develop a sophisticated understanding of the firm culture, develop formal and informal networks within the organization and have affective influencing skills to assist in completing projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Serves as a confidential resource for associates in helping them navigate any career and firm related issues, including individual career development, advancement counseling, coaching and planning.
* Assists associates in transitioning out of the firm (whether the transition is voluntary or involuntary).
* Responsible for oversight of the exit process, conducting exit interviews of departing associates and career associates. Synthesizing data and making recommendations resulting from analysis of quarterly reports.
* Manages the contract process and acts as liaison between outplacement agencies and the firm with respect to exited associates.
* Supports department heads and practice group leaders to address individual or departmental issues with associates and to identify and nurture high value associates.
* Receives regular consultation from the firm's internal consultant to insure consistency in the coaching model firm-wide.
* Serves as a resource to associates' committee, policy committee, women's forum, associates' development committee and pro bono committee regarding associate issues.
* Responsible for the on-boarding process for all lateral associates, career associates and technical advisors.
* Manages programs relating to associate life cycle, including the Impact and GO programs.
* Responsible for creating, reviewing, revising, communicating and implementing programs and policies that effect attorneys on an as-needed basis.
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES:
* Able to work with all levels of associates, partners, and firm management on all issues affecting associate life, including on-boarding, retention and advancement and exiting.
* Able to work with associates to develop and implement career goals and address issues of concern.
* Can accurately assess an associate's work and interpersonal style, and can effect change through a six-month coaching intervention.
* Displays a positive, proactive and self-directed approach to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
* Seeks out feedback from internal clients and work teams and demonstrates flexibility in approach to deliverables.
* Takes ownership of work and demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility for decisions and actions.
* Thrives in a team-oriented, collaborative work environment and has strong interpersonal relationship skills at all levels.
* Demonstrates the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's internal and personnel affairs.
* Able to work in a multi-office environment.
* Able to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
JD required. Practice experience in a large law firm strongly preferred. Experience counseling lawyers, either formally or informally, on career development and advancement opportunities and familiarity with career opportunities with legal and non legal environments required. Management experience in a fast-paced environment preferred. Can synthesize ideas into effective communications, writing in a manner that is clear, grammatically correct, and compelling. Possesses strong analytic skills. Is a capable and polished presenter to both large and small audiences.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Incumbent is expected to work the hours necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. Firm management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
(Posted 7/5/2010)
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Director of Admissions - State Bar of Nevada
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State Bar of Nevada
Director of Admissions
Admissions Department
This position provides leadership to, directs and coordinates the admissions program of The State Bar of Nevada, including daily operations, meetings of the Board of Bar Examiners, leading the Admissions staff, administration of two (2) bar examination per year. This position is ultimately responsible for determining the character and fitness and the eligibility of all applicants seeking admission to the bar in Nevada.
Juris Doctor or equivalent degree from an ABA approved law school is preferred. Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university is required. A minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in administrative or professional positions. Managerial experience in a legal setting involving multiple complex issues desired. Successful candidates must demonstrate the ability to maintain confidentiality, sound judgment, management, analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent project management, organizational and administrative skills; strong communication skills. Computer literacy, including database applications, word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail, is required.
Submit cover letter, resume, and voluntary self-identification form to hr@nvbar.org no later than June 30, 2010.
The State Bar of Nevada is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(Posted 6/15/2010)
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Director, Educational Programs - ABA-CLE
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Director, Educational Programs
Center for Continuing Legal Education
General Revenue Funded
BW10348
$77,700 -$85,900
This position serves as the ABA Center for Continuing Legal Education's second-in-command, helping the Center meet its strategic goals. Specifically, this position will supervise the Center's five producers, who create and shepherd approximately 300 programs a year that provide the lifeblood of the Center. This individual will also oversee program-related finance and administration issues. This creative and strong leader will also be responsible for developing new programming and product development, engaging in external outreach, providing consultation and technical assistance, and generating non-dues revenue.
Education
Masters Degree required or equivalent experience. Doctoral degree preferred.
Experience
Requires 7+ years experience in designated field.
Strong experience in staff management, association management, marketing, educational program and curriculum planning, professional development, publishing, research, fundraising/development, administration, and project management is required.
Proven understanding of and experience with educational principles/strategies, and a variety of knowledge delivery systems (presentations, publishing, technology-based vehicles). Proven set of skills signifying a high capacity for collaboration, networking, entrepreneurship, and consulting is essential. Demonstrated excellence in both written and oral communications for analytic and persuasive purposes, coupled with expertise in instructional and communications technologies. Must be creative, flexible and adaptable to respond to emerging trends and new directions affecting law and education. The ability to work effectively with members and other staff is mandatory.
Certificates indicating formal training in such areas as distance learning, event management, association management, marketing, finance or research preferred, as appropriate. Travel is required five times a year.
Jill Eckert McCall
Director, Center for Continuing Legal Education
American Bar Association
321 N. Clark Street, Suite 1900
Chicago, IL 60654-7598
T: 312.988.6215
F: 312.988.5368
mccallj@staff.abanet.org
www.abanet.org/cle
(Posted 6/14/2010)
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Seminar Development Specialist - Washington State Bar Association
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The Innovator In Legal Education
Continuing Legal Education
Seminar Development Specialist
We are expanding and moving into a new conference facility with webcasting capabilities. This position will be a key addition to the team to help lead the development of high quality virtual and onsite legal education programs. Our goal is to provide the legal community with the best educational opportunities and we are looking for a strong education programs leader to support our stakeholders in maximizing the delivery of programs.
This role works with member volunteers in providing guidance and support in educational programming efforts and developing courses for a strategic business model. This position leads the development of an educational strategy and project plan for various legal practice sections. This position also provides collaborative management and oversight of all of their event, project, and production activities; delivering education in an organized, comprehensive fashion. Previous successes working and supporting the endeavors of work teams is crucial. This position is also responsible for a percentage of the department’s overall revenue plan.
We create successful, collaborative relations amongst our member volunteers, supporting the full legal community in providing a wide array of holistic educational opportunities. We are deploying the latest software and contemporary programs. Our work is trailblazing, complex, and critical. Our challenges are more varied and more stimulating than most, offering you the chance of a unique personal and career opportunity. For position details and how to apply, visit www.wsba.org/jobs. (Posted 6/1/2010)
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Account Executive - ALI-ABA
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SUMMARY
Responsible for driving new business revenue in an assigned territory by selling appropriate ALI-ABA solutions to law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. Additional responsibilities include developing current business relationships, ensuring client satisfaction, and utilizing legal training to provide consultative services in various curriculum-related areas.
QUALIFICATIONS:
JD required; Prior legal industry experience required; Minimum of 5 years successful sales experience in a consultative selling environment; Must be a self starter with high energy, motivation, and polish; Experience building return on investment calculations and demonstrating value; Proven presentation, communication (written and verbal), and negotiation skills; Superior interpersonal and time management skills; Well developed organization skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced and evolving environment; Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
For full details, including the essential duties and additional qualifications/skills requested, visit:
http://www.ali-aba.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=about.employment.
Please send your resume to Diane Schnitzer. Or call 215-243-4000 during normal business hours.
(Posted 5/20/2010)
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