Professional Development & Governance Coordinator (Temporary-to-Hire)

Are you looking for an opportunity that blends customer service with committee support? This national legal association is seeking a professional, organized, and service-oriented individual for their Professional Development and Governance opening. In this position, you will play a key role in supporting committee operations, including appointment processes, partnering with CLE vendors to manage accreditation to ensure smooth and compliant experience. If you are a team player with previous experience tracking Continued Learning Education (CLE) activities, and excellent tech skills, who is personable, dependable, and always on your A-game, send us your resume today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with scheduling conferences and committee meetings, maintaining accurate records of all committees and speakers’ information in internal databases.
• Support committee appointments and assist the Nominating Committee with reporting, analysis, and surveys.
• Oversee CLE systems, including submission portals, attendance tracking, certificates, and reporting, develop and distribute CLE communications (instructions, links, PINs) and reconcile related expenses.
• Manage CLE operations, including records, accreditation, vendor coordination, and inquiry response.
• Support meetings/conferences through program coordination, promotion, and content management (web, registration, meeting app).
• Prepare schedules, speaker materials, and presentation decks, including CLE verification slides.
• Coordinate logistics with internal teams and committee chairs, including A/V and on-site execution.
• Produce post-meeting reports and manage speaker recognition, including materials and gift distribution.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• This opportunity is on a temporary-to-hire basis.
• Some remote flexibility, this role is hybrid and approved to work remotely two (2) days a week.
• The organization hosts high-end events across the country, so opportunity for light travel to attend events is a plus this position offers!

What We’re Looking For:

• Educated and experienced. You currently hold a bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of prior related work experience. Candidates with experience working with attorneys, or in a professional association will stand out!
• Technology expert. You have advanced knowledge of all things software, including the Microsoft Office Suite, pivot tables, and SharePoint.
• Self-starter and sharp. You are proactive and highly detail-oriented and organized, regularly taking initiative to complete tasks and multitasking with ease.
• Communication is key. You have exceptional communication skills and take pride in your customer service approach. Communicating in a professional, personable, and efficient manner will be crucial to success!

The salary listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offer amounts are determined at the employer’s discretion.

To apply, please send a resume to  View email address on us.fitly.work . 

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.